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What are the two modules that have been completely redesigned in this release of ALM?
What are the two modules that have been completely redesigned in this release of ALM?
- Defects Management and Requirements Management (correct)
- Test Management and Requirements Management
- Requirements Management and Version Control
- User Access Control and Defects Management
What feature allows one administrator to have exclusive access to customization in ALM?
What feature allows one administrator to have exclusive access to customization in ALM?
- Edit & Lock (correct)
- Admin Access Control
- Edit & Share
- Customize & Restrict
In the ALM Web client, how can business rules now be filtered?
In the ALM Web client, how can business rules now be filtered?
- Using a dropdown menu
- By entering a keyword in the grid (correct)
- By selecting predefined templates
- By sorting date created or modified
Which feature allows users to revert to the original form if necessary?
Which feature allows users to revert to the original form if necessary?
What functionality has been added to the form designer in ALM?
What functionality has been added to the form designer in ALM?
What can be done in a project set up for staging before exporting to production?
What can be done in a project set up for staging before exporting to production?
Which of the following is a new improvement for business rules in ALM?
Which of the following is a new improvement for business rules in ALM?
What does the ALM Web client allow users to track during the application management process?
What does the ALM Web client allow users to track during the application management process?
What is the purpose of pinning items in the ALM UI?
What is the purpose of pinning items in the ALM UI?
Which action occurs if an ALM user session is inactive for a certain period?
Which action occurs if an ALM user session is inactive for a certain period?
Which of the following is NOT a function that can be defined for rules in ALM?
Which of the following is NOT a function that can be defined for rules in ALM?
What happens when the ALM client application detects a newer version during its version check?
What happens when the ALM client application detects a newer version during its version check?
When configuring ALM for external authentication, what do users not see in the login window?
When configuring ALM for external authentication, what do users not see in the login window?
What is a limitation of the number of items a user can pin in ALM?
What is a limitation of the number of items a user can pin in ALM?
Which of the following is NOT a type of rule that can be defined in ALM regarding fields?
Which of the following is NOT a type of rule that can be defined in ALM regarding fields?
How can users manually install ALM client files if downloads are prohibited?
How can users manually install ALM client files if downloads are prohibited?
What is the primary purpose of HP's Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)?
What is the primary purpose of HP's Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)?
In the ALM hierarchy, what does 'Release' refer to?
In the ALM hierarchy, what does 'Release' refer to?
How does ALM assist with requirements management?
How does ALM assist with requirements management?
What is one of the key benefits of using ALM for project management?
What is one of the key benefits of using ALM for project management?
What do 'Defects' represent in the ALM hierarchy?
What do 'Defects' represent in the ALM hierarchy?
What challenge does ALM address in the application development process?
What challenge does ALM address in the application development process?
What is the role of 'Test Plan' and 'Test Lab' in ALM?
What is the role of 'Test Plan' and 'Test Lab' in ALM?
What is a significant risk associated with delivering application changes rapidly?
What is a significant risk associated with delivering application changes rapidly?
What is one of the main benefits of using ALM for project management?
What is one of the main benefits of using ALM for project management?
How does ALM enhance quality assurance in software development?
How does ALM enhance quality assurance in software development?
Which of the following is a drawback of implementing ALM?
Which of the following is a drawback of implementing ALM?
What does traceability in ALM ensure?
What does traceability in ALM ensure?
Which feature of ALM supports real-time communication among different teams?
Which feature of ALM supports real-time communication among different teams?
What is a common challenge faced when setting up ALM?
What is a common challenge faced when setting up ALM?
What is one way that ALM customizable dashboards can benefit project management?
What is one way that ALM customizable dashboards can benefit project management?
Which aspect of ALM contributes significantly to improving project efficiency?
Which aspect of ALM contributes significantly to improving project efficiency?
What is the primary purpose of the ALM project planning and tracking functionality?
What is the primary purpose of the ALM project planning and tracking functionality?
Which key benefit does baselining provide?
Which key benefit does baselining provide?
What is one of the key capabilities of the ALM baselining feature?
What is one of the key capabilities of the ALM baselining feature?
How does the scorecard in ALM project planning and tracking help users?
How does the scorecard in ALM project planning and tracking help users?
Who is responsible for managing ALM domains and controlling user access?
Who is responsible for managing ALM domains and controlling user access?
What type of reports can be generated to analyze project output in ALM?
What type of reports can be generated to analyze project output in ALM?
What does the Tools link in ALM provide access to?
What does the Tools link in ALM provide access to?
Which of the following functionalities is NOT associated with the baselining feature in ALM?
Which of the following functionalities is NOT associated with the baselining feature in ALM?
Study Notes
Objectives of ALM Module
- Understand HP’s Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) product and its hierarchy.
- Navigate through ALM modules effectively.
- Recognize key features and benefits of ALM.
Application Change Challenges
- Applications are increasingly complex, requiring constant changes like implementations and customizations.
- Speed of change directly impacts implementation and maintenance costs.
- Delivering change quickly may increase overall business costs, especially as changes accumulate.
Overview of HP’s ALM
- Comprehensive testing management tool for the entire application lifecycle: from requirements to deployment.
- Supports quality assurance, test management, and coordination of development and testing teams.
- Aids project management, system maintenance, and application governance.
ALM Hierarchy and Roadmap
- Release: Set of features scheduled for delivery.
- Cycle: Divides release into smaller, manageable phases.
- Requirements: Defines application functionalities.
- Test Plan and Test Lab: Outlines and executes test scenarios.
- Defects: Manages bugs or issues identified during testing.
Requirement Specifications
- ALM enables detailed definitions of requirements and manages their lifecycle.
- Ensures traceability between requirements, tests, and defects.
- Provides real-time visibility into requirements coverage and link tracking.
User Interface Enhancements
- Redesigned Requirements and Defects Management modules in the Web client.
- ALM Web client facilitates tracking application requirements and defect resolution.
Customization and User Experience Improvements
- New features include Edit & Lock for exclusive customization access.
- Improved form designer enhances user experience with drag-and-drop functionality.
- Business rules allow filtering, creating rules without conditions, and setting notifications when entities are modified.
ALM Desktop Client Features
- Provides access to all project modules in a browser or standalone application.
- Performs version checks and updates automatically.
- Supports external authentication to streamline user access.
Project Planning and Tracking
- ALM tracks application readiness using defined goals and milestones for releases.
- Scorecards assess overall health and readiness for deployment.
- Baselining captures project states at milestones, aiding in impact assessment and rollback capabilities.
Key Features and Benefits of ALM
- Integrated Management: Unified platform for managing requirements, tests, and defects across projects.
- Traceability: Ensures traceability from requirements through testing and defect resolution.
- Collaboration: Enhances communication among teams, reducing errors.
- Customization: Highly customizable to meet specific workflows.
- Quality Assurance: Ensures comprehensive testing and tracking for better application quality.
Pros and Cons of Using ALM
- Pros: Comprehensive tracking, collaborative platform, customizable dashboards, and integration with third-party tools.
- Cons: High costs, complex setup, and a steep learning curve for new users.
Importance of HP ALM
- Quality Control: Ensures thorough testing leads to high-quality products.
- Project Efficiency: Structured processes help avoid delays.
- Collaboration: Improves teamwork and alignment among stakeholders.
- Traceability: Ensures validation of each requirement and defect resolution before deployment.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamentals of HP’s Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) product. You will learn about the ALM hierarchy, roadmap, and the key features and benefits of ALM. Gain insights into navigating through the ALM modules and understanding the challenges of delivering change continuously in complex applications.
