# 1 Analytical and logical thinking In order to effectively identify the hidden errors, software testers must be able to analyze the given business situation and judge all the possible scenarios of software testing. They should be able to identify and solve unfamiliar problems. This requires someone with strong analytical skills who can validate the application under test. # 2 Critical thinking Critical thinking is a vital skill for a software tester. Testers should be able to ask questions, gather relevant information, understand them effectively and draw his/her own well-reasoned conclusions and solutions. # 3 Basic knowledge A good [...]