Foundations of Software Testing

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Testing is Always a Search for information

Find important bugs

Assess the quality of the product

Help managers assess the progress of the project

Help managers make release decisions

Block premature product releases

Help predict and control product support costs

Check interoperability with other products

Find safe scenarios for use of the product

Assess conformance to specifications

Certify the product meets a particular standard

Ensure the testing process meets accountability standards

Minimize the risk of safety-related lawsuits

Help clients improve product quality & testability

Help clients improve their processes

Evaluate the product for a third party

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