Software Testing Glossary

A person who writes down in the report every defect or improvement, that was discussed during a meeting devoted to the review.

Carrying-out tests which is implemented with pre-recorded sequence of tests.

It is a programming language in which test scripts for a test execution tool are written (for example: means of capture/playback).

An iterative incremental framework for managing projects commonly used with agile software development.

Properties of the software, reflecting its ability to prevent accidental or deliberate unauthorized access to programs and data.

Software testing performed in order to determine the safety of a software product.

Tools that support testing of security features and vulnerabilities.

Tool that provides operational security.

A method for measuring and managing session-based testing, for example, exploratory testing.

An approach to testing in which test activities are planned as uninterrupted sessions of test design and execution, often used in conjunction with exploratory testing.