A Roadmap for Software Testing in Open Collaborative Development Environments
Qing Wang, Junjie Wang, Mingyang Li, Yawen Wang, Zhe Liu

TL;DR
This paper reviews recent advancements in software quality assurance for open collaborative development environments, highlighting challenges, opportunities, and emerging technologies like LLMs and AI models.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive analysis of process management, personnel dynamics, and technological innovations, offering insights for maintaining quality in distributed, collaborative software projects.
Findings
Identifies key challenges in open collaborative development.
Highlights emerging opportunities with AI and LLMs.
Provides a framework for future research in software quality assurance.
Abstract
Amidst the ever-expanding digital sphere, the evolution of the Internet has not only fostered an atmosphere of information transparency and sharing but has also sparked a revolution in software development practices. The distributed nature of open collaborative development, along with its diverse contributors and rapid iterations, presents new challenges for ensuring software quality. This paper offers a comprehensive review and analysis of recent advancements in software quality assurance within open collaborative development environments. Our examination covers various aspects, including process management, personnel dynamics, and technological advancements, providing valuable insights into effective approaches for maintaining software quality in such collaborative settings. Furthermore, we delve into the challenges and opportunities arising from emerging technologies such as LLMs and…
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Taxonomy
TopicsSoftware System Performance and Reliability · Software Engineering Techniques and Practices · Software Testing and Debugging Techniques
