QA Insights with Vikas

In software testing, terms like Smoke Testing , Sanity Testing , and Regression Testing are often used interchangeably, but they serve different purposes. Let’s dive into each type of testing with definitions, examples, and a clear comparison. What is Smoke Testing? Smoke Testing is a high-level test to check whether the major functionalities of an application are working after a new build or deployment. It’s often called a “Build Verification Test (BVT)” . Whenever a new build is received, some basic functionality of the application is verified. Purpose: To validate the stability of a build before proceeding to detailed testing. Performed on every new build release. To catch issue early on new build release. Example: Check if the application launches. Check if user login works. Check if main navigation is functional. Think of it as a basic health check before deeper diagnosis. What is Sanity Testing? San...

Test scenarios are high-level descriptions of what needs to be tested. It helps to ensure test coverage, approved by stakeholders, and clarity for creating test cases. But how do you write them effectively — just from the requirements? Let’s break it down step-by-step. What are Test Scenarios? A test scenario is a one-liner that describes what you want to test. It usually answers the question: “What should I verify?” It is also called Test Condition. Example: If you’re testing a login page, a test scenario could be: “Verify user is able to log in with valid credentials.” Step-by-Step: How to Derive Test Scenarios from Requirements Step 1: Read Requirement Read the requirement or user story thoroughly. Clarify any doubts with the BA, Developer, or Product Owner. Focus on “what” the system should do — inputs, outputs, rules. Step 2: Predict Functional Areas Break the requirement into smaller parts or modules (e.g., Login, Registration, Cart, etc.). Eac...