In software testing, a test plan gives detailed testing information regarding an upcoming testing effort, including
Scope of testing
Schedule
Test Deliverables
Release Criteria
Risks and Contingencies
#Test plan template, IEEE 829 format
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Test Plan Identifier
References
Introduction
Test Items
Software Risk Issues
Features to be Tested
Features not to be Tested
Approach
Item Pass/Fail Criteria
Suspension Criteria and Resumption Requirements
Test Deliverables
Remaining Test Tasks
Environmental Needs
Staffing and Training Needs
Responsibilities
Schedule
Planning Risks and Contingencies
Approvals
Glossary
###Test plan identifier
The test plan identifier number is.......( to identify this test plan, its level and the level of software that it is related to. Preferably the test plan level will be the same as the related software level. The number also identifies our test plan to be a smoke test plan. This is to assist in coordinating software and testware versions within configuration management).
References
List all documents that support this test plan.
#####Documents that are referenced include:
Project Plan
System Requirements specifications
High Level design document
Detail design document
Development and Test process standards
Methodology guidelines and examples
Corporate standards and guidelines
Source(s):
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Test_plan
