test_case_analysis_checkpoints.mdโข7.01 kB
# Test Case Analysis Checkpoints
## Pre-Analysis Setup
### โ Document Structure Validation
- [ ] **Logical Hierarchy**: Sections/Subsections follow logical flow
- [ ] **Clear Naming**: All sections have descriptive, consistent names
- [ ] **Complete Documentation**: Main section includes requirements links, visualization links, split info, restrictions
- [ ] **Reference Validity**: All linked documents and resources are accessible
## Core Test Case Analysis Checkpoints
### โ Independence Assessment
- [ ] **Standalone Execution**: Can this test case run independently without other test cases?
- [ ] **Complete Preconditions**: All necessary setup conditions explicitly stated?
- [ ] **No External Dependencies**: Test case doesn't rely on state from previous test cases?
- [ ] **Self-Sufficient**: All required data and configurations included?
### โ Scope and Responsibility
- [ ] **Single Focus**: Does the test case validate one specific scenario only?
- [ ] **Clear Objective**: Is the main testing goal immediately apparent?
- [ ] **Appropriate Scope**: Not too narrow (trivial) or too broad (complex)?
- [ ] **Proper Separation**: Multiple scenarios properly split into separate test cases?
### โ Title and Description Quality
- [ ] **Descriptive Title**: Title clearly communicates what is being tested?
- [ ] **One Sentence Rule**: Title is concise but complete?
- [ ] **Understandable**: Someone unfamiliar with feature can understand the objective?
- [ ] **No Ambiguity**: Title has single, clear interpretation?
### โ Preconditions Completeness
- [ ] **Feature Configuration**: Split name and treatment specified?
- [ ] **Environment Settings**: Device language, app location, platform specified?
- [ ] **User State**: Login status, subscription level, user type defined?
- [ ] **Data Requirements**: Required test data explicitly stated?
- [ ] **System State**: App version, feature flags, backend configuration noted?
### โ Step-by-Step Analysis
- [ ] **Complete Flow**: Steps start from absolute beginning (app launch, login)?
- [ ] **No Assumptions**: Each step explicitly states required actions?
- [ ] **Logical Sequence**: Steps follow natural user journey?
- [ ] **Actionable Instructions**: Each step has clear, executable action?
- [ ] **No Missing Links**: No gaps between steps?
### โ Expected Results Validation
- [ ] **Template Consistency**: Correct template used (step-by-step vs. final result)?
- [ ] **Clear Expectations**: Expected results are specific and measurable?
- [ ] **Visual Support**: Images provided for complex UI validations?
- [ ] **Annotation Quality**: Arrows/highlights clearly indicate validation points?
- [ ] **Complete Coverage**: All important changes/states validated?
## Technical Quality Checkpoints
### โ Automation Readiness
- [ ] **Unambiguous Steps**: No interpretation required for any step?
- [ ] **Technical Feasibility**: All actions can be automated?
- [ ] **Data Availability**: Test data is obtainable programmatically?
- [ ] **Environment Compatibility**: Works across target test environments?
- [ ] **Stable Selectors**: UI elements can be reliably identified?
### โ Platform Considerations
- [ ] **Cross-Platform Awareness**: Platform-specific behaviors documented?
- [ ] **Device Limitations**: Hardware/software constraints considered?
- [ ] **Performance Implications**: Time-sensitive operations properly handled?
- [ ] **Network Dependencies**: Connectivity requirements specified?
- [ ] **Version Compatibility**: OS/app version requirements clear?
### โ Data and Security
- [ ] **Data Privacy**: Test data doesn't expose sensitive information?
- [ ] **Data Cleanup**: Test execution doesn't leave persistent changes?
- [ ] **Permission Requirements**: Required permissions explicitly stated?
- [ ] **Authentication**: Login/security requirements properly handled?
- [ ] **Test Data Management**: Clear data setup and teardown procedures?
## Quality Assurance Checkpoints
### โ Language and Clarity
- [ ] **Professional Language**: Proper grammar and spelling throughout?
- [ ] **Consistent Terminology**: Same terms used consistently across test case?
- [ ] **Clear Instructions**: No ambiguous phrases like "verify", "check", "ensure"?
- [ ] **Specific Actions**: Actions use precise UI element descriptions?
- [ ] **Measurable Results**: Expected results use quantifiable criteria?
### โ Completeness Validation
- [ ] **End-to-End Coverage**: Full user scenario covered from start to finish?
- [ ] **Edge Cases**: Appropriate boundary conditions tested?
- [ ] **Error Handling**: Invalid inputs and error scenarios considered?
- [ ] **Recovery Paths**: User can recover from failures?
- [ ] **Alternative Flows**: Multiple paths to same goal considered?
### โ Maintenance Considerations
- [ ] **Update Frequency**: How often will this test case need updates?
- [ ] **Dependency Management**: External dependencies tracked and manageable?
- [ ] **Documentation Links**: References remain valid over time?
- [ ] **Version Control**: Changes tracked and reasoned?
- [ ] **Knowledge Transfer**: Test case comprehensible to other team members?
## Red Flag Detection
### โ Critical Issues
- [ ] **No Red Flags**: Check for these critical problems:
- Missing preconditions
- Vague or ambiguous steps
- Assumption-based instructions
- Missing expected results
- Multiple scenarios in one test case
- Broken reference links
- Platform-agnostic approach where platform matters
- Unclear test data requirements
### โ Automation Blockers
- [ ] **No Automation Issues**: Check for automation-preventing problems:
- Steps requiring human judgment
- Non-deterministic outcomes
- Manual verification requirements
- External system dependencies not automatable
- Time-dependent operations without proper waits
## Analysis Completion
### โ Final Review
- [ ] **Random Person Test**: Could a complete stranger execute this test case successfully?
- [ ] **Value Assessment**: Does this test case add meaningful coverage?
- [ ] **Duplication Check**: Is this test case unique in the test suite?
- [ ] **Priority Alignment**: Does test case priority match its business importance?
- [ ] **Ready for Implementation**: Test case is ready for manual execution and/or automation?
## Scoring Criteria
**Excellent (90-100%)**: All checkpoints passed, ready for automation
**Good (80-89%)**: Minor issues, ready for manual execution, automation with small fixes
**Needs Improvement (60-79%)**: Several issues, requires revision before execution
**Poor (<60%)**: Major issues, requires complete rewrite
## Post-Analysis Actions
Based on checkpoint results:
- **Pass**: Mark as reviewed and ready for execution
- **Minor Issues**: Document specific improvements needed
- **Major Issues**: Return to author with detailed feedback
- **Automation Notes**: Document automation-specific considerations
- **Follow-up Required**: Schedule review after improvements implemented