Testing methodologies

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Definition

Ways of checking code: unit, integration and system testing, using black box and white box approaches.

Example: Test each subroutine on its own first.

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Where you'll use it in the test

Syllabus area: Y12 SE Project.

Question types it can appear in

Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.

Where it has appeared in the paper

The Software Engineering Project (Part B). Part letters follow each paper’s own layout.

How to use it

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General advice, built from the definition and example above

“Ways of checking code: unit, integration and system testing, using black box and white box approaches.” Then apply it: Test each subroutine on its own first.

In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.

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No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.

Official worked answer

Sample exam Q11 (3 marks): Testing (test data) (3 marks): official criteria and sample answer

Criteria

3: Test data that thoroughly tests the algorithm, with expected outputs and reasons. 2: Tests most of the boundaries and paths, with relevant outputs and reasons. 1: Some relevant information.

Sample answer

1024 -> Desktop (boundary check). 768 -> Tablet (boundary check). 100 -> Phone (below lowest screen size check). 850 -> Tablet (between Tablet and Desktop). 2000 -> Desktop (above highest screen size check).

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Flashcard: Testing methodologies in The Software Engineering Project (Year 12) · study that set
Memorise: Quality assurance, testing methods and test data
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