Glossary of Terms
Test Plans & Test Data
| Keyword | Definition |
|---|---|
| Boundary Testing | A testing technique that focuses on testing the boundaries or limits of input values to uncover defects or errors. |
| Equivalence Partitioning | A testing technique that divides the input values into equivalent partitions and selects test data from each partition. |
| Regression Testing | The process of retesting the modified or updated parts of a software application or system to ensure that no new defects have been introduced. |
| Test Case | A specific condition or set of conditions used to determine whether a software product or system is functioning correctly. |
| Test Coverage | The degree to which a software application or system has been tested, usually measured in terms of code coverage or functionality coverage. |
| Test Data | The data used to execute test cases and verify the behavior and correctness of a software application or system. |
| Test Execution | The process of running the test cases and test scenarios using the specified test data and recording the results. |
| Test Plans | A detailed document that outlines the approach, objectives, and scope of testing for a particular software product. |
| Test Scenario | A sequence of test steps that represent a particular usage or workflow of a software application or system. |
| Test Suite | A collection of test cases and test scenarios that are designed to test specific functionalities or features of a software product or system. |
| Testing | The process of evaluating a program or system by running it and comparing its expected and actual outputs. |