About industry
Functional testing is a type of software testing that verifies that each function of the software application operates in conformance with the requirement specification. It mainly focuses on testing the software application against functional requirements/specifications and ensures that the application behaves as expected.
Key Trends & Technologies
Automation
Increasing adoption of automation tools for functional testing to improve efficiency and reduce time-to-market.
Shift-Left Testing
Integrating testing earlier in the development lifecycle to identify and fix defects sooner.
AI and ML in Testing
Utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning for test case generation, optimization, and predictive analysis.
API Testing
Growing importance of API testing due to the rise of microservices architecture and interconnected systems.
Cloud-Based Testing
Leveraging cloud infrastructure for scalable and distributed functional testing.
Benefits
Ensures that the software meets functional requirements, reducing the likelihood of defects in production.
Validates that the application functions as expected, leading to better user satisfaction.
Identifies defects early in the development cycle, reducing the cost of fixing defects in later stages.
Helps in ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Identifies potential risks associated with the functionality of the software and mitigates them proactively.
Key Approaches
Testing the software without knowledge of its internal code structure.
Testing the software with knowledge of its internal code structure.
Testing the interaction between software components/modules.
Repeated testing of software to ensure that new changes do not affect existing functionality.
Validating the software against user requirements and expectations.