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Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM)

A Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) is essential in software development as it ensures that all requirements are verified and validated throughout the testing lifecycle. It serves as a tool for tracking the relationship between user requirements and test cases, thereby enhancing coverage and communication among teams. The chapter outlines the structure of an RTM, steps for creating one, and the importance of bidirectional traceability.

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  • 6

    Requirement Traceability Matrix (Rtm)

    A Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) is a key document in software testing that connects user requirements to corresponding test cases to ensure comprehensive validation during the testing lifecycle.

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  • 6.1

    What Is Rtm?

    A Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) is a document that maps user requirements to corresponding test cases, ensuring complete verification during software testing.

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  • 6.2

    Why Rtm Is Crucial In Qa

    The Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) is essential as it ensures coverage of all requirements in QA, greatly aiding in testing effectiveness and communication between teams.

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  • 6.3

    Rtm Structure – Sample Template

    The RTM Structure defines how to effectively organize a Requirement Traceability Matrix to ensure all user requirements are mapped to corresponding test cases, thus enhancing verification and validation during the testing lifecycle.

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  • 6.4

    Columns You Can Include (Optional Based On Project Needs)

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  • 6.5

    Creating An Rtm – Step-By-Step

    This section outlines the step-by-step process for creating a Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) to ensure all user requirements are linked to corresponding test cases.

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  • 6.5.1

    Step 1: List All Requirements

    This section emphasizes the importance of accurately listing all requirements to create an effective Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM).

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  • 6.5.2

    Step 2: Design Test Cases

    This section outlines the process of creating test cases for each requirement in the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM).

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  • 6.5.3

    Step 3: Map Test Cases To Requirements

    This section focuses on mapping test cases to requirements in order to ensure that each requirement is adequately validated during the software testing lifecycle.

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  • 6.5.4

    Step 4: Track Execution Status

    This section discusses the importance of tracking the execution status of requirements in the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) during the software testing lifecycle.

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  • 6.5.5

    Step 5: Maintain And Review

    Step 5 emphasizes the importance of updating and reviewing the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) during the software testing lifecycle.

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  • 6.6

    Forward Vs Backward Traceability

    This section discusses the concepts of forward and backward traceability in requirement traceability matrices (RTMs) and their significance in ensuring comprehensive testing.

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  • 6.7

    Real-World Example

    This section provides a practical example of mapping test cases to a specific requirement in a Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM).

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  • 6.8

    Tips For Maintaining Rtm

    This section provides essential tips for effectively maintaining a Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) in software testing.

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  • 6.9

    Summary

    The Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) maps user requirements to corresponding test cases, ensuring all requirements are validated and verified throughout the software testing lifecycle.

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References

QA-chapter 6.pdf

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