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Chapter 2: Equivalence Partitions

Chapter 2: Equivalence Partitions

pp. 27-47

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, Maynooth University, Ireland, , Maynooth University, Ireland, , Maynooth University, Ireland, , Maynooth University, Ireland
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Summary

Testing with equivalence partitions introduces the reader to the first and simplest form of black-box and unit testing. First a worked example is used to demonstrate how to progress from a specification of the software to a fully automated test. The steps of the process are then examined in more detail, and the strengths and weaknesses examined through the introduction of faults into the software. The chapter ends, as do all the chapters which introduce new testing techniques, with notes for the experienced tester.

Keywords

  • equivalence partitions
  • value lines
  • test coverage items
  • test cases
  • test data
  • automated test implementation
  • limitations

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