Understanding the Testing Methodology
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Understanding the Testing Methodology
Understanding the Testing Methodology
Testing is more than just creating random test scripts and running them.
Testing is a skill that demands an organized, planned approach. A thoughtful
approach to automated testing ensures that your testing not only uncovers a
high proportion of defects but does so in a cost effective manner. Borland has
developed the QA methodology to help ensure your testing is performed
effectively.
The six phases of the
testing process
SilkTest compliments the Testing Methodology. This methodology consists
of six phases:
A summary of each phase of the Testing Methodology is provided below.
Phase
Action
Description
I
Plan
Determine the testing strategy and define specific test
requirements.
II
Capture
Classify the GUI objects in your application and build
a framework for running your tests.
III
Create
Create automated, reusable tests. Use recording and/
or programming to build test scripts written in the
4Test language.
IV
Run
Select specific tests and execute them against the
AUT.
V
Report
Analyze test results and generate defect reports.
VI
Track
Track defects in the AUT and perform regression
testing.
Capture
Create
Run
Report
Track
Plan
