Smoke test意思
"Smoke test" is a term used in software development and testing to refer to a basic set of tests that are run early in the testing process to ensure that the most critical functions of a new software release or update are working correctly. The name "smoke test" comes from the idea that you are testing the software right after it has "booted up" to make sure it hasn't "smoked" or caught fire, i.e., that it hasn't completely failed.
The purpose of a smoke test is to quickly identify any major issues or bugs that would prevent the software from being usable. If the smoke test fails, it indicates that the software is not ready for further testing and requires immediate attention from developers. If the smoke test passes, it means that the software is stable enough to continue with more comprehensive testing.
Smoke tests are typically simple and automated, and they cover the basic functionality of the software, such as:
- Installation and uninstallation.
- Launching and quitting the application.
- Login and logout.
- Main functions or features.
- Performance and stability under normal conditions.
By using smoke tests, development teams can save time and resources by not spending time on extensive testing if the software is not stable enough to be tested properly.