Glossary

Release Testing

What is Release Testing?

Release testing refers to the phase in software development where a software product undergoes thorough testing to ensure its readiness for deployment or release to end-users. This process aims to validate that the software meets quality standards, functions as intended, and is stable for use in production environments. Release testing encompasses various types of testing activities conducted on the software product before it is officially released.

Software Release

A version of a software product that is deemed ready for distribution or deployment to end-users. Release testing is conducted on these software releases to ensure their reliability and quality.

Quality Assurance (QA)

The process of ensuring that software products meet specified quality standards and requirements. QA activities are integral to release testing to detect defects and ensure the software functions correctly.

Regression Testing

Testing conducted to verify that recent code changes or enhancements have not adversely affected existing functionality. It ensures that new updates do not introduce bugs or issues into previously working features.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

Testing performed by end-users or representatives to validate whether the software meets their requirements and expectations. UAT is typically conducted during the final stages of release testing to gain confidence in the software’s usability and suitability for deployment.

Functional Testing

Testing conducted to evaluate the functionality of the software against specified requirements. It involves testing individual features, functionalities, and interactions to ensure they work as intended.

Performance Testing

Testing conducted to assess the performance characteristics of the software, such as speed, scalability, and reliability under various conditions. Performance testing helps identify and address performance bottlenecks or issues that may affect the user experience.

Integration Testing

Testing conducted to verify the interactions and interfaces between different components or modules of the software. It ensures that integrated components work together seamlessly as a whole system.

Automated Testing

Testing performed using automated tools and scripts to execute test cases and verify software functionality. Automated testing helps improve efficiency, repeatability, and coverage of testing activities during release testing.

Test Cases

Detailed instructions or procedures used to validate specific aspects of the software’s functionality or behavior. Test cases define the steps to be taken, expected outcomes, and criteria for determining test success or failure.

Defect Tracking

The process of identifying, documenting, and managing defects or issues discovered during release testing. Defect tracking systems are used to record defects, assign priorities, and track their resolution status until they are fixed.

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