[ISO 9126] See also functionality. compound condition: Two or more single conditions joined by means of a logical operator (AND, OR or XOR), e.g. [After IEEE 1008], incident management: The process of recognizing, investigating, taking action and disposing of incidents. A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed to execute decision outcomes. A test case that cannot be executed because the preconditions for its execution are not fulfilled. thread testing: A version of component integration testing where the progressive integration of components follows the implementation of subsets of the requirements, as opposed to the integration of components by levels of a hierarchy. If you have entered into another agreement with us concerning specific Software , then the terms of that agreement control when it conflicts with these terms. The percentage of definition-use pairs that have been exercised by a test case suite. defect. [TMap], A set of interrelated activities, which transform inputs into outputs. A scheme for the execution of test procedures. [ISO 14598]. black box testing: Testing, either functional or non-functional, without reference to the internal structure of the component or system. [After Gerrard]. A static usability test technique to determine the compliance of a user interface with recognized usability principles (the so-called “heuristics”). operational environment: Hardware and software products installed at users’ or customers’ sites where the component or system under test will be used. tests of interfaces between components or systems). The number or category assigned to an attribute of an entity by making a measurement [ISO 14598]. Testing where the system is subjected to large volumes of data. Reviewers can be chosen to represent different viewpoints and roles in the review process. The measurement is independent of the technology. data flow coverage: The percentage of definition-use pairs that have been exercised by a test case suite. [After Gerrard], A document describing the scope, approach, resources and schedule of intended test activities. The opposite is off-the-shelf software. A form of state transition testing in which test cases are designed to execute all valid sequences of N+1 transitions. The process of intentionally adding known defects to those already in the component or system for the purpose of monitoring the rate of detection and removal, and estimating the number of remaining defects. tests that exercise specific functions or probe non-functional attributes such as reliability or usability. The process of finding, analyzing and removing the causes of failures in software. See also baseline. A program point at which the control flow has two or more alternative routes. fail: A test is deemed to fail if its actual result does not match its expected result. [After Gerrard]. Often expressed as a percentage. The ability of a system or component to continue normal operation despite the presence of erroneous inputs. memory performance, CPU usage, of a system or component during execution. [ISO 9000]. The process of recording information about tests executed into a test log. A collection of components organized to accomplish a specific function or set of functions. [IEEE 610], An element of configuration management, consisting of the evaluation, co-ordination, approval or disapproval, and implementation of changes to configuration items after formal establishment of their configuration identification. black box test design techniques: Documented procedure to derive and select test cases based on an analysis of the specification, either functional or non-functional, of a component or system without reference to its internal structure. The requirements are prioritized and delivered in priority order in the appropriate increment. [ISO 9126] See also usability. Setup as a noun is a single word. [After IEEE 610]. Artifacts produced during the test process required to plan, design, and execute tests, such as documentation, scripts, inputs, expected results, set-up and clear-up procedures, files, databases, environment, and any additional software or utilities used in testing. [Beizer]. input: A variable (whether stored within a component or outside) that is read by a component. ADDRESS: Identification, represented in the form of a name, label, or number, for recognizing a particular location in storage area. A statement which, when compiled, is translated into object code, and which will be executed procedurally when the program is running and may perform an action on data. The process of assessing identified risks to estimate their impact and probability of occurrence (likelihood). The Cisco EULA is available in the following languages: Select English (pdf) Chinese - Simplified (pdf) Chinese - Traditional (pdf) French - Canada (pdf) German (pdf) Italian (pdf) Japanese (pdf) Korean (pdf) Portuguese (pdf) Russian (pdf) Spanish (pdf) random testing: A black box test design technique where test cases are selected, possibly using a pseudo-random generation algorithm, to match an operational profile. Artifact (or Artefact): An artifact (also spelled artefact) is an object or remainder of an object, which was created, adapted, or used by humans. A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed to execute branches. A test is deemed to pass if its actual result matches its expected result. [Gilb and Graham]. A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed to execute condition outcomes. The process through which decisions are reached and protective measures are implemented for reducing risks to, or maintaining risks within, specified levels. [After TMap], A set of input values, execution preconditions, expected results and execution postconditions, developed for a particular objective or test condition, such as to exercise a particular program path or to verify compliance with a specific requirement. executable statements, of a component or system from an entry point to an exit point. test plan, test design specification, test case specification and test procedure specification). measure: The number or category assigned to an attribute of an entity by making a measurement [ISO 14598]. A contributing factor is, we believe, the imprecise estimation terminology in use. [ISO 2382/1]. The percentage of executable statements that have been exercised by a test suite. test data preparation tool: A type of test tool that enables data to be selected from existing databases or created, generated, manipulated and edited for use in testing. It involves recording incidents, classifying them and identifying the impact. [ISO 9126] See also reliability. [ISO 14598], measurement scale: A scale that constrains the type of data analysis that can be performed on it. security: Attributes of software products that bear on its ability to prevent unauthorized access, whether accidental or deliberate, to programs and data. memory leak: A defect in a program’s dynamic store allocation logic that causes it to fail to reclaim memory after it has finished using it, eventually causing the program to fail due to lack of memory. [After IEEE 829]. This glossary is an update and expansion of IEEE Std 729-1983, IEEE Standard Glossary of Software Engineering Terminology (ANSI) L3I.l It increases the number of terms from approximately 500 to 1300, and updates or refines the definitions of many terms included in the initial glossary. A method to determine test suite thoroughness by measuring the extent to which a test suite can discriminate the program from slight variants (mutants) of the program. The percentage of LCSAJs of a component that have been exercised by a test suite. The set from which valid input and/or output values can be selected. [After IEEE 610], Part of quality management focused on providing confidence that quality requirements will be fulfilled. [After IEEE 610], The percentage of combinations of all single condition, outcomes within one statement that have been exercised by a test suite. Abbreviations with an additional 4,500 terms. The set from which valid output values can be selected. See efficiency testing. [Fewster and Graham] See also keyword driven testing. Statistical testing using a model of system operations (short duration tasks) and their probability of typical use. risk control: The process through which decisions are reached and protective measures are implemented for reducing risks to, or maintaining risks within, specified levels. [ISO 9000]. Standard for Software Unit Testing. exercised: A program element is said to be exercised by a test case when the input value causes the execution of that element, such as a statement, decision, or other structural element. It is a record of the test planning process [After IEEE 829]. A daily build and smoke test is among industry best practices. For example, in a contract to supply services there is an implied term that the service will be carried out with reasonable care and skill. [After IEEE 610], test case specification: A document specifying a set of test cases (objective, inputs, test actions, expected results, and execution preconditions) for a test item. Comparison of actual and expected results, performed after the software has finished running. [After IEEE 610, IEEE 1028]. A test environment comprised of stubs and drivers needed to conduct a test. An expert based test estimation technique that aims at making an accurate estimation using the collective wisdom of the team members. [ISO 9000]. vertical traceability: The tracing of requirements through the layers of development documentation to components. Test Process Improvement (TPI): A continuous framework for test process improvement that describes the key elements of an effective test process, especially targeted at system testing and acceptance testing. automated testware: Testware used in automated testing, such as tool scripts. A tool that provides objective measures of what structural elements, e.g. input value: An instance of an input. [After McCabe]. [After IEEE 1044]. reliability test, usability test, regression test etc., and may take place on one or more test levels or test phases. Application (sometimes shortened to ‘app’) Computer software, also known as a ‘program’ or ‘app’ that performs a task or set of tasks, such as word processing or drawing. non-conformity: Non fulfillment of a specified requirement. A factor that could result in future negative consequences; usually expressed as impact and likelihood. See also intake test. The degree to which a system or component accomplishes its designated functions within given constraints regarding processing time and throughput rate. See more stories about Software. The period of time in the software life cycle during which the equirements for a software product are defined and documented. incremental testing: Testing where components or systems are integrated and tested one or some at a time, until all the components or systems are integrated and tested. [After IEEE 610]. [TMap]. A common example is a graphics processing unit. Testing, either functional or non-functional, without reference to the internal structure of the component or system. Cyclomatic complexity is defined as: L – N + 2P, where –, L = the number of edges/links in a graph –, N = the number of nodes in a graph – P = the number of disconnected parts of the graph (e.g. process cycle test: A black box test design technique in which test cases are designed toexecute business procedures and processes. nized tools in vaccine safety surveillance and studies. The Capability Maturity Model covers practices for planning, engineering and managing software development and maintenance. See also Capability Maturity Model, Test Maturity Model. [After IEEE 829], The fundamental test process comprises planning, specification, execution, recording and checking for completion. View, sign, collaborate on and annotate PDFs with our free Adobe Acrobat Reader. ad hoc testing: Testing carried out informally; no formal test preparation takes place, no recognized test design technique is used, there are no expectations for results and randomness guides the test execution activity. documentation testing: Testing the quality of the documentation, e.g. Anomalies may be found during, but not limited to, reviewing, testing, analysis, compilation, or use of software products or applicable documentation. [IEEE 610], A specification or software product that has been formally reviewed or agreed upon, that thereafter serves as the basis for further development, and that can be changed only through a formal change control process. off-the-shelf software: A software product that is developed for the general market, i.e. Glossary of Performance Testing Terms. A detailed check of the test basis to determine whether the test basis is at an adequate quality level to act as an input document for the test process. They often have workflow-oriented facilities to track and control the allocation, correction and re-testing of incidents and provide reporting facilities. condition determination testing: A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed to execute single condition outcomes that independently affect a decision outcome. See also exploratory testing. result: The consequence/outcome of the execution of a test. The process of testing to determine the recoverability of a software product. [After IEEE 610]. As well, the report highlights case defi nitions for adverse events typically reported for vaccines. equivalence partition: A portion of an input or output domain for which the behavior of a component or system is assumed to be the same, based on the specification. basis test set: A set of test cases derived from the internal structure or specification to ensure that 100% of a specified coverage criterion is achieved. informal review: A review not based on a formal (documented) procedure. capture/playback. glass box testing: See white box testing. safety: The capability of the software product to achieve acceptable levels of risk of harm to people, business, software, property or the environment in a specified context of use. The person responsible for testing and evaluating a test object. functional testing: Testing based on an analysis of the specification of the functionality of a component or system. 100% path coverage implies 100% LCSAJ coverage. [After IEEE 829]. SDL MultiTerm is the terminology management software from SDL. instrumenter: A software tool used to carry out instrumentation. For example, if you want to write a book, you will need a ‘word-processing’ program – a program that allows your computer to be used like a … Bowker. Environmental and state conditions that must be fulfilled after the execution of a test or test procedure. test design specification: A document specifying the test conditions (coverage items) for a test item, the detailed test approach and identifying the associated high level test cases. coverage tool: A tool that provides objective measures of what structural elements, e.g. cyclomatic complexity: The number of independent paths through a program. The totality of functionality and features of a software product that bear on its ability to satisfy stated or implied needs. See also integration testing. CMMI is the designated successor of the CMM. A test tool to perform automated test comparison. test condition: An item or event of a component or system that could be verified by one or more test cases, e.g. equivalence partition coverage: The percentage of equivalence partitions that have been exercised by a test suite. feasible path: A path for which a set of input values and preconditions exists which causes it to be executed. you agree to be bound by the terms of this agreement. [TMap], process: A set of interrelated activities, which transform inputs into outputs. [ISO 9126] See also reliability. The ease with which a software product can be modified to correct defects, modified to meet new requirements, modified to make future maintenance easier, or adapted to a changed environment. [Chow]. In order to avoid the ambiguities in different software testing terms I am enclosing a software testing glossary here. [After ISO 9126]. [After IEEE 1008], finite state machine: A computational model consisting of a finite number of states and transitions between those states, possibly with accompanying actions. metric: A measurement scale and the method used for measurement. branch testing: A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed to execute branches. [IEEE 610]. Your translation service provider uses a full suite of terminology management software that contains tools and a central repository to store and manage validated terminology. [After IEEE 610, IEEE 1028]. The insertion of additional code into the program in order to collect information about program behavior during execution. classification tree method: A black box test design technique in which test cases, described by means of a classification tree, are designed to execute combinations of representatives of input and/or output domains. �8�)�����#�y��;�֛=��[�}�V;}����6.4�ˌ۟xk���=<61N9�ӵ���E���;����%6�4� wɽ) The capability of the software product to interact with one or more specified components or systems. It also contains an evaluation of the corresponding test items against exit criteria. case, jump, go to, ifthen- else. review: An evaluation of a product or project status to ascertain discrepancies from planned results and to recommend improvements. [IEEE 610], acceptance testing: Formal testing with respect to user needs, requirements, and business processes conducted to determine whether or not a system satisfies the acceptance criteria and to enable the user, customers or other authorized entity to determine whether or not to accept the system. [IEEE 610]. Examples of test levels are component test, integration test, system test and acceptance test. [IEEE 610], back-to-back testing: Testing in which two or more variants of a component or system are executed with the same inputs, the outputs compared, and analyzed in cases of discrepancies. [Gilb and Graham, IEEE 1028]. Measurement of achieved coverage to a specified coverage item during test execution referring to predetermined criteria to determine whether additional testing is required and if so, which test cases are needed. The percentage of equivalence partitions that have been exercised by a test suite. the set of generic and specific conditions for permitting a process to go forward with a defined task, e.g. reliability, efficiency, usability, maintainability and portability. [IEEE 610]. [ISO 9126]. Software Usability Measurement Inventory (SUMI): A questionnaire based usability test technique to evaluate the usability, e.g. non-functional test design techniques: Methods used to design or select tests for nonfunctional testing. [After TMap]. Direction and control with regard to quality generally includes the establishment of the quality policy and quality objectives, quality planning, quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement. [IEEE 610], baseline: A specification or software product that has been formally reviewed or agreed upon, that thereafter serves as the basis for further development, and that can be changed only through a formal change control process. data driven testing: A scripting technique that stores test input and expected results in a table or spreadsheet, so that a single control script can execute all of the tests in the table. They often have workflow-oriented facilities to track and control the allocation, correction and re-testing of incidents and provide reporting facilities. See also black box test design technique. [After IEEE 610]. test manager: The person responsible for testing and evaluating a test object. An approach to testing in which test cases are designed based on test objectives and test conditions derived from requirements, e.g. All the software testing terms are included in this glossary. [After IEEE 1028]. instrumentation: The insertion of additional code into the program in order to collect information about program behavior during execution. Testing the changes to an operational system or the impact of a changed environment to an operational system. See also horizontal traceability, vertical traceability. A systematic approach to risk identification and analysis of identifying possible modes of failure and attempting to prevent their occurrence. Non fulfillment of a specified requirement. It includes outputs to screens, changes to data, reports, and communication messages sent out. An approach to testing in which test cases are designed based on descriptions and/or knowledge of business processes. Applications, apps or programs can be thought of as electronic ‘tools’ for doing electronic jobs. load test: A test type concerned with measuring the behavior of a component or system with increasing load, e.g. risk analysis: The process of assessing identified risks to estimate their impact and probability of occurrence (likelihood). risk management: Systematic application of procedures and practices to the tasks of identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and controlling risk. The behavior produced/observed when a component or system is tested. conversion testing: Testing of software used to convert data from existing systems for use in replacement systems. Bank of India to facilitate sorting in clearing of instruments using. A review not based on a formal (documented) procedure. test design tool: A tool that support the test design activity by generating test inputs from a specification that may be held in a CASE tool repository, e.g. 100% decision coverage implies both 100% branch coverage and 100% statement coverage. An audio cassette when played gives … These tools are often used to support automated regression testing. multiplication) or to direct the execution of a path (“predicate” use). resumption criteria: The testing activities that must be repeated when testing is re-started after a suspension. The percentage of condition outcomes that have been exercised by a test suite. Any condition that deviates from expectation based on requirements specifications, design documents, user documents, standards, etc. or from someone’s perception or experience. PDF-Dokumente können Links und Buttons, Formularfelder, Audio- und Videoelemente sowie logische Funktionen enthalten. [IEEE 610] See also errortolerance, fault-tolerance. The scribe has to make ensure that the logging form is readable and understandable. The capability of the software product to enable the user to understand whether the software is suitable, and how it can be used for particular tasks and conditions of use. [ISO 9000]. [After IEEE 610]. Defect Detection Percentage (DDP) for testing. Acronym for Computer Aided Software Testing. deliverable: Any (work) product that must be delivered to someone other that the (work) product’s author. [Freedman and W. Documented procedure to derive and select test cases based on an analysis of the internal structure of a component or system. An element of configuration management, consisting of the recording andreporting of information needed to manage a configuration effectively. Examples include management review, informal review, technical review, inspection, and walkthrough. This may be a manual guide, step-by-step procedure, installation wizard, or any other similar process description. defect density: The number of defects identified in a component or system divided by the size of the component or system (expressed in standard measurement terms, e.g. test charter: A statement of test objectives, and possibly test ideas. [After IEEE 829]. attractiveness: The capability of the software product to be attractive to the user. A white box test design technique in which test cases are designed toexecute statements. V-model: A framework to describe the software development life cycle activities from requirements specification to maintenance. Examples of test levels are component test, integration test, system test and acceptance test. test management, test design, test execution and results checking. Die Software kann Aktivierungstechnologie enthalten, die es Ihnen ermöglicht, PDF-Dokumente durch die test specification: A document that consists of a test design specification, test case specification and/or test procedure specification. A metric, in general high level, indicating to what extent a certain target value or criterion is met. An element of storage in a computer that is accessible by a software program by referring to it by a name. specification-based test design technique: An input for which the specification predicts a result. Surge suppressor - a power strip that has circuits designed to reduce the effects of surge in electrical power. statements, branches have been exercised by the test suite. Terminology extraction tools have become an indispensable resource in education, research and business. test object: The component or system to be tested. Call for expressions of interest, from terminology maintenance organisations, software vendors, service The capability of the software product to be used in place of another specified software product for the same purpose in the same environment. exception handling: Behavior of a component or system in response to erroneous input, from either a human user or from another component or system, or to an internal failure. inspection. [After IEEE 1044], defect masking: An occurrence in which one defect prevents the detection of another. A path that cannot be exercised by any set of possible input values. recoverability: The capability of the software product to re-establish a specified level of performance and recover the data directly affected in case of failure. [After TMap], A chronological record of relevant details about the execution of tests. When using the verb set up, spell with two words. capture/playback tools, to control the execution of tests, the comparison of actual results to expected results, the setting up of test preconditions, and other test control and reporting functions. acceptance criteria: The exit criteria that a component or system must satisfy in order to be accepted by a user, customer, or other authorized entity. The tool checks source code, for certain properties such as conformance to coding standards, quality metrics or data flow anomalies. Also known as test script or manual test script. A document that consists of a test design specification, test case specification and/or test procedure specification. [IEEE 610]. Testware used in automated testing, such as tool scripts. code coverage: An analysis method that determines which parts of the software have been executed (covered) by the test suite and which parts have not been executed, e.g. -IEEE 829:1998. A software component or test tool that replaces a component that takes care of the control and/or the calling of a component or system. The capability of the software product to achieve acceptable levels of risk of harm to people, business, software, property or the environment in a specified context of use. The process of running a test by the component or system under test, producing actual result(s). Reference : http://www.istqb.org/downloads/glossary-1.0.pdf, About us | Contact us | Advertise | Testing Services A continuous framework for test process improvement that describes the key elements of an effective test process, especially targeted at system testing and acceptance testing. high level test case: A test case without concrete (implementation level) values for input data and expected results. The response of a component or system to a set of input values and preconditions. It’s also synonymous with software. Designed for high-volume, batch conversions, FileCenter Automate can search through your existing folders and convert any file you specify to PDF in bulk. Simulated or actual operational testing by potential users/customers or an independent test team at the developers’ site, but outside the development organization. �rө�Y?\��MybpYY�Z6rCYX�VM 9�p��B8��~��hF)sdwq�?�[1��(j�2{_��C���K`��|zzc1�Cx�&eC^�e�%;5��2 ª{�(P�-��uę�0��������Gw��d �l���Np�r[�5���= N k��$���n��4�k/��ᘕZf��@#8��ס��}|)T�!|u�O�QL��4�؊fl H�j s�#����E/���n-�ۙ�a��)ȣ�_�\. A device, computer program or system used during testing, which behaves or operates like a given system when provided with a set of controlled inputs. [After IEEE 1008], A computational model consisting of a finite number of states and transitions between those states, possibly with accompanying actions. See our website for pricing and availability. suitability: The capability of the software product to provide an appropriate set of functions for specified tasks and user objectives. boundary value analysis: A black box test design technique in which test cases are designed based on boundary values. concurrency testing: Testing to determine how the occurrence of two or more activities within the same interval of time, achieved either by interleaving the activities or by simultaneous execution, is handled by the component or system. [After IEEE 829]. 100% condition determination coverage implies 100% decision condition coverage. [IEEE 610]. resource-utilization). interoperability testing: The process of testing to determine the interoperability of a software product. The capability of the software product to adhere to standards, conventions or regulations in laws and similar prescriptions. [TMap]. 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