When it comes to designing and implementing test automation frameworks, there are two main roles that people often take on: the observer and the scrutinizer. Both have their own unique strengths and weaknesses, but it’s important to know which one is right for your team. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the difference between observer and scrutinizer, and how you can figure out which role is best for you.
What is Observer?
The observer is a software design pattern in which an object, called the subject, maintains a list of its dependents, called observers, and notifies them automatically of any state changes, usually by calling one of their methods. The observer is often used in event handling, GUI programming, and other situations where callbacks are used. The Observer design pattern is also known as the Publish-Subscribe or Pub-Sub pattern. The observer is a very popular design pattern and is used in many frameworks, such as the Model-View-Controller (MVC) framework.
What is Scrutinizer?
Scrutinizers are people who examine information and evidence. They look for errors, inconsistencies, and possible bias in order to determine the validity of a claim or argument. Scrutinizers play an important role in ensuring that arguments are based on accurate information and sound reasoning. Without scrutiny, arguments can quickly degenerate into name-calling and mudslinging. Scrutinizers help to keep discussions focused on the issues at hand by identifying fallacies and false claims. In short, scrutinizers play an essential role in promoting critical thinking and constructive dialogue.
Difference between Observer and Scrutinizer
There are two key ways in which the Observer and Scrutinizer differ. Firstly, the Observer is someone who passively takes in information from their surroundings, whilst the Scrutinizer actively looks for information and evidence.
- Secondly, the Observer is usually more objective in their assessment of information, whereas the Scrutinizer often has a pre-existing bias or agenda that they are looking to support.
- Consequently, it is important to be aware of these differences when considering which role to take on in any given situation. The Observer is more likely to provide accurate information, but the Scrutinizer is more likely to find hidden evidence or details that others have missed.
- Ultimately, the best approach is often to take on both roles at different times, in order to get the most comprehensive understanding of a situation.
Conclusion
The difference between an observer and a scrutinizer can be the difference between making a sale or not. When you understand how your customer thinks, it becomes much easier to sell to them. Applying cognitive neuroscience principles to your digital marketing strategy will help you do just that.
