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What is Software Testing?

Software testing is the process of evaluating and verifying that a software application does what it is supposed to do. It involves executing a program or system with the intent of finding defects — and equally importantly, building confidence that the software meets its requirements.

◈Key Points

Testing is not just about finding bugs — it's about risk management and quality assurance.
A good tester thinks adversarially: 'How can this break?' not 'Will this work?'
Testing can be static (reviewing code/docs) or dynamic (executing the software).
100% testing is impossible — prioritisation based on risk is the expert approach.
Testing provides objective, evidence-based information to stakeholders about software quality.

⚡ Expert Pro Tip

Never equate 'no bugs found' with 'software is bug-free'. Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence. Always question your own test coverage.