How to create a regression Test suite?

To prepare a regression test suite, you will need to identify the areas of the software that are overwhelmed by changes and then create a set of test cases that will exercise those areas.

Here are the general steps you can follow to prepare a regression test suite:

• Identify the software areas most likely to be affected by changes, such as the core functionality, the user interface, and the interfaces with other systems.
• Create a set of test cases that will exercise each identified area, and ensure that the test cases cover all relevant functionality and scenarios.
• Organize the test cases into different categories based on the type of testing they are intended to perform, such as unit tests, integration tests, and functional tests.
• Prioritize the test cases based on their importance and relevance, and ensure that the most critical tests are executed first.
• Run the test suite regularly, especially after making any changes to the software, to ensure that the changes have not introduced any regressions or defects.
• Monitor the test suite results and investigate any failed test cases to pinpoint the fundamental cause of the failure and take appropriate action to fix the issue.

By following these steps, you can create a comprehensive and effective regression test suite that will help you ensure your software's ongoing stability and reliability.

For a step-by-step guide, refer to our article on test suite tutorial.

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