ISTQB

Preparations for the foundational certification 2024

Coverage

The extent to which a set of tests measures the specific aspects of test objects, such as requirements, code, and functionality

Defects

A flaw in a component or system that can cause it to fail to perform its required function.

Debugging

The process of finding and fixing a defects in a software

Error

A mistake made by a person that produces incorrect results

Failure

An event in which the system does not perform as required.

Quality

The degree to which a software product meets specified requirements and customer expectations.

Quality Assurance

The process-oriented activities to improve and implement effective processes to achieve quality.

Root cause

The fundamental reason for the occurrence of a defect or problem.

Test Analysis

The process of analysing the test basis to identify the testable aspects.

Test Basis

The source documents or artefacts upon which test cases are based.

Test Case

A set of conditions under which a tester determines whether a system meets specified requirements

Test Completion

Activities after test execution such as archiving testware and analysing results.

Test condition

A specified condition of the test objects that is identified as important to verify

Test control

Activities to guide and adjusting the testing process

Test data

The input used for testing

Test design

The process of creating test cases and testware.

Test Execution

The process of running a test on a test object.

Test implementation

Activities to prepare the testware for execution

Test.monitoring

Tracking the process and status of testing.

Test object

The system or component being tested

Test objective

The goal of testing such as finding defects and assessing performance

Test planning

The process of defining the scope, approach, resources and schedule time for testing activities