Regression Testing
Regression testing is one of the primary tools of any quality assurance (QA) team. Begin regression testing by establishing a baseline of the functionality and behavior of an existing system. Then compare the baselines against the functionality and behavior of a new system.
Regression testing is not intended to measure performance; you're not trying to beat the numbers from the last test. Instead, a regression test makes sure that everything still functions as it did before, so you know that nothing will break when the new system is deployed.
Conducting Regression Tests
Regression testing is an art, especially for larger ongoing projects. In preparing for the test, the system administrator must account for and test all features ...
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