6.1 Tool Support for Testing

Question 1

What is the purpose of test management tools?

Answer 1

To increase process efficiency by managing the SDLC, requirements, tests, defects, and configuration

Question 2

What is the purpose of static testing tools?

Answer 2

To support the tester in performing reviews and static analysis.

Question 3

What is the purpose of test design and implementation tools?

Answer 3

To facilitate generation of test cases, test data, and test procedures.

Question 4

What is the purpose of test execution and coverage tools?

Answer 4

To facilitate automated test execution and coverage measurement.

Question 5

What is the purpose of non-functional testing tools?

Answer 5

To allow the tester to perform non-functional testing that is difficult or impossible to perform manually.

Question 6

What is the purpose of DevOps tools?

Answer 6

To support the DevOps delivery pipeline, workflow tracking, automated build processes, and CI/CD

Question 7

What is the purpose of collaboration tools?

Answer 7

To facilitate communication.

Question 8

What is the purpose of virtual machines and containerization tools?

Answer 8

To support scalability and deployment standardization.

Question 9

What other types of tools are there in testing?

Answer 9

Spreadsheets, documentation, and anything that is used to support or assist in testing.