Technical debt in software testing arises from taking shortcuts or quick fixes, prioritizing immediate results over long-term quality.
Common manifestations of technical debt in testing include poorly documented test strategies, skipping test refactoring, postponing automation, and inadequate documentation.
Ignoring technical debt can lead to increased maintenance costs, higher risks of bugs and regressions, and increased manual work for testers.
Strategies for managing technical debt in testing include prioritizing refactoring, automating early, enhancing documentation, and effectively communicating with stakeholders.