Design tests
Select a set of Test Cases to develop into detailed, executable Test Suite. Sketch an outline of the Test Suite as a
logical sequence of steps. Review the data requirements of the Test Case, and determine if existing data sets are
sufficient, or if you need to develop new test data for this Test Suite. Examine Supporting Requirements that apply to this
Test Case, and note where they affect the expected results of a step. Develop a detailed, procedural Test Suite based on
your design. Use a request-response style that declares an exact input, and expects an exact output. |
Execute tests
Select an implementation technique for this design. At a minimum, determine if the Test Suite will be manual or automated.
If the Test Case is well understood, it's best to implement an automated Test Script without first writing a manual
procedure. However, if the Test Case is new or novel, writing a manual Test Script can help validate the design of the test
and aid collaboration with other team members. |
Analyze and communicate test results
Analyze the results of the execution. You should always document any defects that a test finds, and decide whether to
immediately repair, deferred repair, or ignore deviations from the expected results. |
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