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What is Software Testing

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  • Software testing is like checking your homework before you turn it in. When you write a program or build software, you want to make sure it works correctly and does what it's supposed to do.

  • Software testing is the process of running tests on the software to find and fix any problems, errors, or bugs. It helps ensure the software is reliable, works well, and meets the user's needs before it's released to the public.

  • Think of software testing like trying out a new recipe. Before you serve the dish to others, you taste it to make sure it’s cooked properly and tastes good. In the same way, software testing is when you "try out" the software by running it and checking it in different ways to make sure everything works as expected. If something’s wrong, you can fix it before anyone else uses it.

Failure to test properly

Failure to properly test software can lead to catastrophic consequences, including data loss, security breaches, financial damage, and even threats to human safety in critical systems.

The following are examples of catastrophic outcomes resulting from insufficient software testing:

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If something’s wrong, you can fix it before anyone else uses it.
In the same way, software testing is when you 'try out' the software by running it and checking it in different ways to make sure everything works as expected.
Software testing is the process of running tests on the software to find and fix any problems, errors, or bugs.
Is like checking your homework before you turn it in.
When you write a program or build software, you want to make sure it works correctly and does what it's supposed to do.
Software reliability
Software testing
Bug fix
Customer satisfaction
Functionality check
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