Testing wearables is fundamentally more complex than any other mobile device class. Wearables become extensions of us, so testing should focus on the total experience of the wearer—the emotional, physical and sensory reactions, including our biases and mindsets. It involves testing in the “real world” of the wearer—when, where, and how the wearer and the device will function together. Using concepts from human-computer interaction design, Gerie Owen and Peter Varhol provide a framework for testing the human experience of wearables. Learn to develop personas by delving into the wearers’...
Gerie Owen
Eversource Energy
Gerie Owen is a test architect at Eversource Energy, Certified ScrumMaster, conference presenter, and author on testing/test management topics. She is developing a test center of excellence and consults on test processes and tools. Gerie manages large, complex projects involving multiple applications; coordinates test teams across multiple time zones; and delivers high-quality projects on time and within budget. She enjoys mentoring new QA leads and brings a cohesive team approach to testing. Learn more about Gerie on her website, her Software Testing in the Trenches blog, and on Twitter @GerieOwen.