In our test case review series, this is the last one.
Common Mistakes During Test Case Review
Some of the common mistakes you should avoid during the test case review process,
Spelling errors: Avoid spelling mistakes as they might lead to confusion and can make statements difficult to understand.
Grammar: When the grammar is incorrect, it is possible for misinterpretation of the test cases, which will lead to wrong results.
Replication: Remove duplicate test cases, if any. When two or more test cases are doing the same thing, you can merge them into one, which helps save time and storage.
Standard/Guidelines: It is crucial to check if all the standards and guidelines are followed during the test case review process.
Redundancy: When a test case is outdated due to changes in requirements, then it is best to remove such test scenarios.
Languages: Test cases must be simple and easy to understand.
Format of Template: When you follow a proper template format, it will be easy for you to add or modify the test cases later on, and they will look organized as well.
Classifying Defects Based on the Test Case Review
If the checklist is properly utilized and the defects are uncovered, you must classify the defects using the following categories,
No test data
Incomplete test cases
Incorrect test data
Typos
Inconsistent language
Incorrect expected behavior
Grammatical mistakes
Incomplete results
Missing negative test cases
Missing Test Coverage
If these defects aren’t properly reviewed, chances are related bugs could creep into production. And, when production issues are reported, it will impact the software quality. Resolving the bugs at this stage is more costly than fixing them in the earlier stages.
Summary
Implementing a test case review process and checklist is a critical step in ensuring that software testing is carried out efficiently and effectively. A well-structured review process helps to identify potential defects in test cases early on, which can save time, effort, and costs in the long run. By following a comprehensive checklist, testers can ensure that all aspects of the test case have been considered and that the testing process is thorough and comprehensive. Ultimately, it helps improve the quality and reliability of the software being tested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we review test cases?
When you don’t do a test review process, then chances are you might miss out on certain test scenarios, accuracy might be less, and the test engineers might not take their role seriously. Thus, to avoid these issues, test case reviews are important.
Happy Testing!
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