Software Testing Glossary

The number or category assigned to the attribute of an entity by means of measurement.

The process of assigning of number or category to entity to describe an attribute of this entity.

It is the scale, restricting data analysis type that can be performed on it.

It is a defect in program logic of dynamic memory allocation, which causes inability to free the allocated memory after the program has finished using it, and ultimately leading to the failure of the program due to lack of memory.

Testing based on a standard set of tests, for example, a checklist, a quality standard, or a set of generalized test cases.

Measurement scale and a method used for measurement.

Point during the time of the project, in which predetermined (intermediate) delivery and results should be ready.

A diagram used to represent words, ideas, tasks, or other items linked to and arranged around a central keyword or idea.

Testing based on a model of the component or system under test, for example, reliability growth models, usage models such as operational profiles, or behavioral models such as decision table or state transition diagram. 

Tool that supports validation of software models or system.