iCSC2005 Software Testing: Fundamentals and Best Practices

Coordinator:
Vijayalakshmi Sundararajan - Newcastle

A few questions

Why is a V-model usually preferred over other models (spiral, waterfall, etc)?
Are you aware of the differences between Walkthrough and Inspection in software testing?
Do you know how to write a Test plan based on IEEE standards?
Why can't we test our own work - Psychology of a Developer and of a Tester!
How to know when to stop testing?

All the answers at iCSC

Software testing plays a vital role in the software development lifecycle. Testing improves the quality of the system and minimizes the resources. In this lecture we will see how to make the Software Testing as an Integral part of the Software System.

The lecture covers topics like testing process and describes the ‘V’ model and its relevance to testing throughout the project life cycle. Also includes dynamic testing (black/white box) and static testing (reviews etc); describes test management; will also describe the types of CAST tool for automated testing and effective test plans.

Overview

Slot	Lecture	Description	Lecturer
		Wednesday 8 March
09:00 - 09:55	Lecture 1	Testing Process and Management	Vijayalakshmi Sundararajan
10:05 - 11:00	Lecture 2	Testing Techniques and Tools	Vijayalakshmi Sundararajan
11:30		Adjourn