Definition
Test Plan
A document outlining the testing approach, scope, resources, and schedule for a project or release.
Full Definition
A test plan is a strategic document that describes the testing approach for a software project. It defines what will be tested, how, by whom, and when.
Key components of a test plan:
- •Objectives: What testing aims to achieve
- •Scope: What's in scope and out of scope
- •Approach: Testing types and methodologies
- •Resources: Team members, tools, environments
- •Schedule: Timeline and milestones
- •Risks: Potential issues and mitigations
- •Entry/Exit Criteria: When to start and stop testing
- •Deliverables: Reports and artifacts
Test plans vary in formality:
- •Formal: Detailed documentation for regulated industries
- •Agile: Lighter, iterative approach
- •Ad-hoc: Minimal documentation for small efforts
The test plan is a living document that evolves as the project progresses.
Examples
- 1.Release 2.0 Test Plan covering functional, regression, and performance testing
- 2.Sprint test plan with stories to test and approach
- 3.Compliance testing plan for FDA submission
In BesTest
While BesTest focuses on execution, test cycles can be organized to align with test plans, with coverage metrics tracking plan completion.
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