Test Planning: QA Analysts develop test plans and strategies based on project requirements, specifications, and objectives. They identify test scenarios, define test cases, and determine testing methodologies and techniques. Test Execution: QA Analysts perform various types of testing, including functional testing, regression testing, integration testing, performance testing, and usability testing. They execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to identify software defects, bugs, and inconsistencies. Bug Tracking: QA Analysts identify and report software defects using bug tracking tools and systems. They document detailed bug reports, including steps to reproduce, severity, and priority, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues and improve software quality. Test Automation: QA Analysts develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency. They use automation tools, such as Selenium, TestComplete, or JUnit, to automate repetitive test cases and regression testing. Test Data Management: QA Analysts manage test data and environments to ensure the availability of accurate and representative data for testing purposes. They create and maintain test data sets, databases, and configurations to support testing activities. Quality Metrics and Reporting: QA Analysts collect and analyze quality metrics, such as defect density, test coverage, and pass/fail rates, to assess software quality and performance. They generate test reports, metrics dashboards, and status updates to communicate testing progress and results to stakeholders. Continuous Improvement: QA Analysts participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, tools, and practices. They identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and efficiency gains in the testing process and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes. Collaboration and Communication: QA Analysts collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and project stakeholders, to ensure alignment on quality objectives and testing requirements. They communicate effectively with team members to address issues, resolve conflicts, and achieve project goals. Compliance and Standards: QA Analysts ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance best practices. They adhere to established quality standards, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the integrity and reliability of software products.