Software

Testing
Presented By- Pushkar Singh
Roll No : 20231010110394
Group - CS x33- 34
Table of Content……….

1. Introduction to Software Testing

2. Testing Objective
3. Types of Testing
4. Manual Testing
5. Automation Testing
6. Functional and Non-functional Testing
7. Levels of Testing
8. Conclusion
Introduction to Software Testing

Software testing is a crucial process in the development lifecycle that ensures the quality,
reliability, and functionality of a software application. It involves executing software
components or systems to identify any defects or errors and ensure that it meets the
specified requirements. Through comprehensive testing, we can mitigate risks, enhance
user experience, and deliver a high-quality software product. In this presentation, we will
explore the objectives, types, and levels of software testing, as well as the distinction
between manual and automation testing. Let's dive into the world of software testing and
understand its significance in ensuring software quality.
Testing Objective

The objective of software testing is to assess the quality and performance of a software
application. It aims to identify defects, errors, or deviations from the expected behavior and
ensure that the software meets the specified requirements. The main objectives of software
testing include:

● Ensuring the software meets functional and non-functional requirements

● Detecting and fixing defects before release
● Enhancing user experience and satisfaction
● Reducing the risk of software failures
● Improving the reliability and stability of the software application
● Validating the software against business and user expectations

By achieving these objectives, software testing plays a vital role in delivering a high-quality
software product.
Types of Testing

Software testing encompasses various types, each serving a specific purpose in evaluating
different aspects of the software. Some of the commonly used types of testing include:

● Unit Testing: This type of testing focuses on testing individual components or units of the
software to ensure they function correctly.
● Integration Testing: It verifies the proper functioning and interaction between different
modules or components of the software.
● Functional Testing: This type of testing evaluates the software's functionality against the
specified requirements and ensures that it performs as expected.
● Performance Testing: It tests the software's performance under various load and stress
conditions to assess its stability, responsiveness, and scalability.
● Security Testing: This testing ensures that the software is secure from potential
vulnerabilities and protects against unauthorized access or data breaches.

By employing these different types of testing, we can comprehensively assess the software's
quality and ensure its reliability and functionality.
Manual Testing

Manual testing is a testing approach where testers manually execute test cases without the
use of automated tools or scripts. It involves human intervention to verify the software's
functionalities, identify defects, and ensure it meets the specified requirements. Manual
testing allows for exploratory testing, where testers can think creatively and simulate real-
world scenarios to uncover potential issues. It also enables a deeper understanding of the
software's behavior and user experience. However, manual testing can be time-consuming,
resource-intensive, and prone to human error. Despite the rise of automation testing,
manual testing remains an essential part of the testing process, especially for user-centric
and exploratory testing.
Automation Testing

Automation testing involves the use of automated tools and scripts to execute test cases
and compare actual results with expected results. It aims to increase testing efficiency,
reduce human effort, and improve test accuracy. Automation testing is particularly useful for
repetitive tasks, regression testing, and large-scale projects. It allows for faster test
execution, early defect identification, and better test coverage. However, automation
testing requires initial setup, maintenance, and expertise in test automation tools and
programming languages. It is most effective when used in conjunction with manual testing,
combining the strengths of both approaches to achieve comprehensive test coverage and
ensure software quality.
Functional and Functional Testing Non-functional Testing

Non-functional
Testing Functional testing focuses on Non-functional testing evaluates
verifying the software's the software's non-functional
functionalities against the aspects, such as performance,
specified requirements. It security, usability, reliability, and
ensures that the software compatibility. It assesses how the
performs as intended and meets software performs under different
the user's functional conditions and measures its
expectations. This type of testing compliance with non-functional
involves test scenarios, test requirements. Non-functional
cases, and test data that validate testing includes performance
the software's features, user testing, security testing, usability
interactions, and expected testing, reliability testing, and
outputs. compatibility testing.
Levels of Testing Unit Testing Black Box Testing

Unit testing focuses on testing Black box testing is a testing

individual components or units of technique that focuses on testing
the software, such as functions, the software's functionalities
methods, or classes. It aims to without considering its internal
verify the correctness of structure or implementation.
individual units and ensure they Testers assess the software's
function as intended. Unit testing inputs and outputs based on the
is typically performed by specified requirements, without
developers during the coding any knowledge of the internal
phase to detect defects early and workings. This approach allows
facilitate debugging and code for a more user-centric
optimization. perspective and helps identify
discrepancies between expected
and actual behavior.
Conclusion
In conclusion, effective software testing is a critical component of the development process
that ensures software quality, reliability, and user satisfaction. By implementing a well-
structured testing strategy—whether through automated testing, manual testing, or a
combination of both—we can identify and resolve issues early, ultimately reducing costs and
time to market.
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