13.4.2 Test plans and test cases

• What is a test plan in software testing?

  Comprehensive document for testing
• The scope of a test plan defines the features and functions to be tested
• The objectives of a test plan state the goals of the testing process.
• What does the test environment component of a test plan describe?

  Hardware and software setup
• Test cases in a test plan list specific scenarios and conditions
• Effective test planning is crucial for identifying potential problems early in the testing process.
• Why is a test plan considered a comprehensive document?

  It outlines testing aspects
• Steps in creating a test plan

  1️⃣ Define scope

  2️⃣ Identify objectives

  3️⃣ Describe test environment

  4️⃣ List test cases

  5️⃣ Set timeline
• Match the test plan component with its description:

  Scope ↔️ Defines features to be tested

  Objectives ↔️ States testing goals

  Resources ↔️ Identifies personnel and tools
• What are test objectives in software testing?

  Specific goals of testing
• Ensuring functionality in test objectives means verifying the software meets its requirements
• Performance testing in test objectives checks how efficiently the software operates under different loads.
• What does usability testing ensure in test objectives?

  Ease of use
• Match the testing component with its purpose:

  Test Objectives ↔️ Defines what needs to be tested

  Scope ↔️ Outlines extent of testing

  Test Cases ↔️ Guides how to test
• What are test cases in software testing?

  Detailed plans for verification
• Preconditions in a test case state the necessary conditions
• Steps to create a test case

  1️⃣ Define test case ID

  2️⃣ Write test description

  3️⃣ State preconditions

  4️⃣ List test steps

  5️⃣ Specify expected output
• Well-structured test cases provide clear guidance for efficient and accurate software validation.
• A test plan is a detailed document that outlines the scope, objectives, environment, cases, resources, timeline, risks, and entry/exit criteria
• What does the 'Scope' component in a test plan define?

  Features and functions
• The 'Entry/Exit Criteria' specifies the conditions for starting and ending testing
• Order the key components of test objectives in software testing

  1️⃣ Verify Functionality

  2️⃣ Verify Performance

  3️⃣ Verify Usability

  4️⃣ Verify Security

  5️⃣ Verify Reliability
• What is the primary purpose of test objectives?

  Define what needs testing
• Test cases are detailed plans that specify how to verify a feature
• The 'Test Case ID' is a unique identifier for each test case
• What is the 'Status' field in a test case used for?

  Indicate pass or fail
• Match the type of test case with its purpose:

  Functional Tests ↔️ Verifies software functions

  Performance Tests ↔️ Measures software's speed

  Usability Tests ↔️ Assesses user-friendliness

  Security Tests ↔️ Checks security vulnerabilities
• To execute test cases effectively, the first step is to set up the environment
• What should be done after running test procedures in test case execution?

  Analyze deviations
• Analyzing test results involves comparing actual output with expected output
• What is the 'Status' field in test result analysis used to indicate?

  Pass or fail