- It is typically used by the developers before and sometimes during component and integration testing.
- It is also used by the designers during software modeling
- Compiler can be considered as a static analysis tool because it builds a symbol table, points out incorrect usage and checks for non-compliance to coding language conventions or syntax. [Read more…] about What are static analysis tools?
Static techniques
What is static analysis?
- Performed on requirement design or code without actually executing the software or before the code is actually run.
- Goal of static analysis is to find the defects whether or not they may cause failure.
- Static analysis find defects rather than failures.
What is Inspection in software testing?
Inspection:
- It is the most formal review type
- It is led by the trained moderators [Read more…] about What is Inspection in software testing?
What is Technical review in software testing?
Technical review:
- It is less formal review
- It is led by the trained moderator but can also be led by a technical expert [Read more…] about What is Technical review in software testing?
What is Walkthrough in software testing?
Walkthroughs are represented by the below characteristics:
- It is not a formal process/review
- It is led by the authors [Read more…] about What is Walkthrough in software testing?