What is sanitization testing?
The importance of sanitization testing in the software life cycle
Sanitization testing plays an important role in the software development lifecycle, as it allows quick confirmation that changes made are stable and do not disrupt the application. It is especially important in agile environments, where changes are introduced frequently and in short iterations. With sanitization testing, development teams can move quickly to the next stages of testing, minimizing the risk of introducing unforeseen problems.
Key features and objectives of sanitization testing
Key features of sanitization testing include its speed and focus on a narrow range of functionality. Sanitization testing is typically unscripted and performed manually, allowing flexibility to adapt to changing requirements. The main goal of sanitization testing is to make sure that changes made do not negatively affect key application functions and that the system is ready for further, more detailed testing.
Differences between sanitization testing and other types of testing
Sanitization testing differs from other types of testing, such as regression testing, unit testing and integration testing. While regression tests cover a wide range of functionality and aim to detect any potential problems after changes are made, sanitization tests focus on quickly validating key changes. Unit tests focus on testing individual components, while integration tests focus on interactions between components. Sanitization tests are performed after changes are made to make sure they are stable and do not introduce new bugs.
The process of conducting sanitization tests
The sanitization testing process begins by identifying areas that have been changed or fixed. Testers then run quick tests to ensure that the changes work as expected. These tests are usually unscripted and focus on key functions. Once the sanitization tests are complete, if everything is working properly, the application can move on to more detailed tests, such as regression tests.
Tools to support sanitization testing
Although sanitization testing is often done manually, there are tools that can support this process, especially in the context of automation. Tools such as Selenium, TestComplete or ZAPTEST can be used to automate some aspects of sanitization testing, allowing for faster and more efficient testing in agile environments.
Challenges and best practices in sanitization testing
Sanitization testing comes with challenges, such as ensuring that all key changes are properly tested in a short period of time. To effectively perform sanitization testing, organizations should follow best practices, such as regularly updating the list of key features to be tested, engaging experienced testers, and using automation tools where possible. It is also important that sanitization testing be part of a broader quality assurance process that includes various types of testing to ensure a comprehensive assessment of system stability and functionality.
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