13 QA Review

Question 1

QA

Answer 1

To ensure that few, if any, defects remain the software when it is delivered or released.

Question 2

QA Classifications

Answer 2

Defect Prevention
Defect Reduction
Defect Containment

Question 2

Defect Prevention

Answer 2

Error blocking
Error Source Removal
Formal methods

Question 2

Defect Reduction

Answer 2

Inspection
Testing

Question 3

Defect Containment

Answer 3

Fault tolerance
Safety Assurance

Question 3

Inspection Roles

Answer 3

Moderator: Lead, plans and coordinate the inspection.

Reader: Reads through the documents, one item at a time during the meeting. Other inspectors then point out defect.

Recorder/Scribe: Documents the defects that are found during the inspection.

Inspector: Examines the work product to identify possible defects.

Question 3

Inspection Process

Answer 3

Planning
Overview meeting
Preparation
Inspection meeting
Rework
Follow up

Question 3

Inspection Constraints

Answer 3

Size
Duration
Outputs
Scope
Timing
Purpose

Question 3

Prior to Inspection Review

Answer 3

Schedule Formal Reviews into the project planning
Train all reviewers
Ensure all attendees prepare in advance.

Question 4

During the Inspection Review

Answer 4

Review the product, not its author
Stick to the agenda
Limit debate and rebuttal to the absolute minimum.
Identify problems but don’t try to solve them
Take written notes.

Question 5

After the Inspection Review

Answer 5

Review the review process.