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Black Box Testing Tutorial: A Comprehensive Guide With Examples and Best Practices

DZone

Black box testing is a software testing methodology that focuses on the functional requirements of a system without considering its internal workings or implementation details. Therefore, the tester need not have any knowledge of the internal structure or design of the system. It ensures that a system meets the requirements specified by the customer or user.

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ChatGPT vs. MySQL DBA Challenge

Percona

Given the increasing popularity of ChatGPT in solving questions of humankind, I decided to take a better look at the current state of AI. At the same time that I see database engineers relying on the tool, sites such as StackOverflow are banning ChatGPT. As the question comes from time to time, is my profession at risk of being extinct due to AI? As my mentor said when I started working in the tech area, the answer is: it depends.

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How To Use pt-secure-collect for Capturing Data in a Secure Way From the OS and Database System

Percona

Sometimes crucial data sharing is avoided because of compliance rules, organizational policies, or numerous security concerns. The common use cases involve sharing pt-mysql-summary, pt-stalk, and other OS-related details to assist Support Engineers or any other third-party team troubleshoot database-related issues. In this context, pt-secure-collect is a very important utility from Percona, which helps capture the required information securely and also provides aid in masking the existing inform

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MongoDB Database Backup: Best Practices & Expert Tips

Percona

This blog was originally published in September 2020 and was updated in May 2023. In today’s data-driven world, losing critical data can be catastrophic for any organization. As a MongoDB user, it’s crucial to ensure that your data is safe and secure in the event of a disaster or system failure. That’s why it’s essential to implement the best practices and strategies for MongoDB database backups.