This deep dive covers Deep Dive: Testing Methods within Testing for GCSE Computer Science. Revise Testing in 3.2 Programming for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 8 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 3 of 7 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and 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 |
Practice questions for Testing
A program accepts scores between 0 and 100. Which value is an example of erroneous test data?
Explain what a logic error is and give one reason why it is harder to find than a syntax error.
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)