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Mar 20 2008   7:01 PM GMT
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Creating a test plan


Software Quality Assurance, Software testing, Software test design

I have never seen test plan and I am not able to create one. Please help me to create one for my application by providing me with certain guidelines and templates.

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Last Answered: Jul 17 2008  8:10 AM GMT  by Jaideepkhanduja   6270 pts.


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You can start by first determining what it is that you will be testing in terms of features and functionality and build a spreadsheet-style reference around it with the ancitipated result and a space to record the actual result and any steps required to achieve the desired result, as well as the cost and effort of doing so. It is also customary to have test guidelines which provide context on the testing environment, the purpose for testing, the manner in which tests will be performed, how results recorded, how unanticipated results will be managed and acceptance criteria.
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A Test Plan is based on a Project. It comprises of:
Scope of testing
What is not under the scope
Team composition
Test environment
Test Cases/ Scenarios to be used
Testing Tools
Risks of what is not under the scope of testing and its implications
Testing Timeframe
Testing reports to be prepared
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MichelleDavidson   110 pts.  |   Mar 27 2008  3:25PM GMT

An article written by David Wright reviews the various test deliverables that are required for any software testing phase. Wright says, “At a minimum the test plan presents the test: objectives, scope, approach, assumptions, dependencies, risks and schedule for the appropriate test phase or phases.”

Also, Rex Black has written a book titled Managing the Testing Process: Practical Tools and Techniques for Managing Hardware and Software Testing, 2nd Edition in which he offers a practical approach to writing one or more test plans for a project. In Chapter 2 of the book he also walks readers through a sample template that he uses to develop a solid test plan.

 

Jaideepkhanduja   6270 pts.  |   Jul 26 2008  5:10PM GMT

I agree, the book by Rex Black is a mus t read for all in projects, and testing