Deck 22: Software Testing Strategies

Question 1

List four types of systems tests.

Answer 1

-Recovery testing
-Security testing
-Stress testing
-Performance testing
Final Exam Question

Question 2

Describe object-oriented unit testing.

Answer 2

Class testing for OO software is equivalent to unit testing for conventional software.The focus throughout is on designing and testing appropriate sequences of operations to exercise all class states.It makes little sense to test operations or algorithms individually for classes.

Question 3

What are the key differences between validation testing goals and acceptance testing goals?

Answer 3

In validation testing,the test team seeks to ensure that each software function or performance characteristic conforms to its specification.In acceptance testing,the test team needs to ensure that the software works correctly for the intended user in his or her normal work environment.

Question 4

Why is regression testing an important part of any integration testing procedure?