V-Model

V Testing Concept

• It is the continuous testing throughout SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Need to plan testing activities parallel with SDLC.
• It helps in identifying needs of planning and design of testing in early stages of development process.
• Left arm of ‘V ‘Model- It is the conventional waterfall model.
• Right arm of ‘V’ Model- It corresponds to testing methodology required at each phase of development.
• Development and Testing both get equal importance and it forces management for their commitment, attention and planning of required resources.
• Output from the developer phases can be tested or reviewed by testing team.

V Model

• Extension of waterfall model.
•  Left arm corresponds to Waterfall Model.
• Right arm corresponds to Testing Phases.
• Each verification activities has its validation activities.
• Major purpose of V Model is to meet business requirement and provide confidence before it is delivered.