Testing Documentation

[ test documentation ]
Test Plan, Check List, Test Case, Bug report clipboards

Software testing is a process that requires structure and transparency.

During testing, documents are created to help track product quality — testing artefacts.

Testing documentation is the collection of all artefacts created during testing. It helps stay organized, preserves team knowledge, and makes the tester’s work clear to colleagues and stakeholders.

Main Types of Testing Documentation

Test Plan

A high-level document that defines the testing goals and methods, required resources, and test completion criteria.

Checklist

A list of checks to perform during testing to ensure the system works correctly.

Test Case

A document that describes the essence of a specific test and the scenario for its execution, step by step.

Bug Report

A document that records a system scenario which led to a defect.

Working with Testing Documentation

Each type of testing documentation plays its role in ensuring product quality.

Let’s see who creates testing documentation, when, and why.

Test Plan

Who: Test manager or senior QA
When: Before the project starts
Why: To organize the testing process

Checklist

Who: QA engineer
When: During basic checks or when time is limited
Why: Allows quick assessment of functionality

Test Case

Who: QA engineer
When: During system, integration, and acceptance testing
Why: For accurate reproduction and reporting

Bug Report

Who: QA or anyone who finds a bug
When: As defects are discovered
Why: To record, analyze, and communicate errors to the development team
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