Software Testing is a crucial process in software development that involves evaluating and verifying that a software application or system functions as expected. The main goal of testing is to identify defects, ensure quality, and validate that the product meets the business and technical requirements before it is deployed to end-users.


Types of Software Testing

Manual Testing:
Testers execute test cases manually without using automation tools to find defects.
Example: Exploratory testing, usability testing.

Automated Testing:
Uses specialized tools to automate repetitive test cases, improving speed and accuracy.
Tools:Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, QTP, Appium.

Functional Testing:
Verifies that each function of the software operates according to specifications.
Includes: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

Non-Functional Testing:
Evaluates aspects such as performance, security, and usability.
Includes: Performance Testing, Load Testing, Stress Testing, Security Testing.