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The individual element to be tested. There usually is one test object and many test items. See also test object.

The process of developing and prioritizing test procedures, creating test data and, optionally, preparing test harnesses and writing automated test scripts.

A scheme for the execution of test procedures. Note: The test procedures are included in the test execution schedule in their context and in the order in which they are to be executed.

The use of software, e.g. capture/playback tools, to control the execution of tests, the comparison of actual results to expected results, the setting up of test preconditions, and other test control and reporting functions.

The process of running a test on the component or system under test, producing Actual result(s).

The calculated approximation of a result related to various aspects of Testing (e.g. effort spent, completion date, costs involved, number of test cases, etc.) which is usable even if input data may be incomplete, uncertain, or noisy.

An environment containing hardware, instrumentation, simulators, software tools, and other support elements needed to conduct a test. [After IEEE 610]

A senior manager who manages test managers. See also test manager.

Procedure used to derive and/or select test cases.

(1) See test design specification. (2) The process of transforming general test objectives into tangible test conditions and test cases.