Software Testing Glossary

The ability of software to use an appropriate quantity of resource of certain type (e.g., the amount of main memory and the second level memory, the size of temporary files, etc.) during the work under prescribed conditions.

Software testing process aimed at exploring the usage of resources by a software product.

The result of the performed test. The result may contain all kinds of information on the screen, data changes, bug reports, sent messages.

Criteria the implementation of which should cause a resumption of software testing after its suspension.

The defined set of testing activities that must be repeated when testing is re-started after a suspension.

Meeting at the end of the project, during which participants of the projects evaluate the project and obtained experience, which can be used in the next project.

Assessment of the product or project in order to determine differences with the planned results and to make proposals for improvement.

A document describing the approach, resources and schedule of intended review activities.

A tool to assist in the review process.

Member of the review team responsible for identification and description of the deviations found in the reviewed product or project.