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Deep Dive: Testing Methods

Part of TestingGCSE Computer Science

This deep dive covers Deep Dive: Testing Methods within Testing for GCSE Computer Science. Revise Testing in Robust Programs for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 8 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 3 of 6 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 3 of 6

Practice

15 questions

Recall

8 flashcards

Deep Dive: Testing Methods

Method Description When Used
Iterative Testing Test each module as it's developed During development
Final/Terminal Testing Test complete program end-to-end When development finished
Alpha Testing In-house testing by developers Before release
Beta Testing Testing by real users Limited release before launch

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Practice Questions for Testing

A program accepts scores between 0 and 100. Which value is an example of erroneous test data?

  • A. 50
  • B. 0
  • C. 101
  • D. "hello"
1 markfoundation

Explain what a logic error is and give one reason why it is harder to find than a syntax error.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What is normal test data?
Typical, everyday values the program should handle
What is boundary test data?
Values at the edge of valid ranges (just inside and outside limits)

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