Requirements analysis
- Gather, analyze, and document the functional and non-functional requirements of the software system.
- Requirements analysis involves close collaboration with stakeholders, including business analysts, project managers, developers, and end-users.
- Effective requirements analysis sets a solid foundation for successful software development. It ensures a shared understanding among stakeholders, provides a clear direction for development, and reduces the risk of rework and misunderstandings.
Test planning
- Define the objectives, scope, and approach of the testing activities.
- Identify the test deliverables, test environments, and necessary resources.
- Prepare the test strategy and create a test plan outlining the testing activities.
Test case design
- Identify test scenarios based on the requirements or user stories.
- Develop detailed test cases that outline the steps to execute and the expected results.
- Ensure adequate coverage of functional and non-functional aspects of the software.
Test Environment Setup
- Prepare the test environment, including the necessary hardware, software, and network configurations.
- Install or configure the application and any required dependencies.
- Ensure the test environment closely resembles the production environment.
Test Execution
- Execute the test cases based on the test plan.
- Follow the defined steps, record observations, and compare actual results with expected results.
- Identify and report any deviations or defects found during testing.
Defect Reporting and Management
- Log defects in a defect tracking system, including detailed information about the issue, steps to reproduce, and relevant attachments.
- Prioritize defects based on severity and impact, and assign them to the appropriate stakeholders for resolution.
- Track the status of defects, perform defect verification, and ensure their closure.
Test Result Analysis and Reporting
- Analyze test results, including defects found, test coverage, and any observed patterns or trends.
- Prepare test reports summarizing the test execution, providing insights, and highlighting important findings or issues.
- Communicate the test results to stakeholders, including project managers, developers, and other relevant team members.
Test Closure
- Evaluate the completion criteria defined in the test plan to determine if testing objectives have been achieved.
- Conduct a test closure meeting to discuss the overall test effort, lessons learned, and potential improvements for future testing.
- Prepare test closure reports summarizing the testing activities, outcomes, and recommendations.