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Fundamental Testing Process

1.Test Planning and Defining Strategy

Testing begins with planning, aligning procedures with project objectives.

Key Steps:

  • Defining Scope: Identify areas to be tested and those excluded.
  • Resource Allocation: Organize equipment, tools, and team members.
  • Timeline Creation: Set deadlines for each phase.
  • Risk Management: Assess potential risks and create mitigation strategies.

Defining Strategy:

  • Choose test types (functional, performance, security).
  • Specify tools (e.g., Selenium, Postman).
  • Clarify test success criteria.

2.Writing Test Scenarios and Test Cases

  • Test Scenarios: High-level user flows.
  • Example: "The user should access their profile page after logging in."
  • Test Cases: Detailed steps.
  • Example:
    1. Open login screen.
    2. Enter username/password.
    3. Click "Login" button.
    4. Expected Result: Redirect to homepage.

Risk Analysis:

  • High-risk areas (e.g., payment processes) need rigorous testing.
  • Less used modules have lower priority.

3.Bug Reporting

A good bug report includes: - Category: Performance, UI, security. - Severity: Impact level (e.g., login failure vs. button misalignment). - Reproduction Steps: Detailed actions to replicate the bug. - Supporting Materials: Screenshots, error logs, etc.

4.Test Tracking and Reporting

Use tools like Jira or TestRail to manage test statuses and open bugs.

Reporting:

  • Regular updates (daily, weekly, sprint-based).

Metrics:

  • Resolved bugs ratio.
  • Remaining workload.

5.Preparing Test Environments

Ensure a realistic and reliable test environment. - Accurate Data: Use dummy data. - Accessibility: Seamless team access. - Backup/Recovery: Prepare for data loss.