2.3. QA Involvement in Each SDLC Phase

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does QA review during the requirements analysis phase?

   Hint

   Think about what QA would look for to avoid confusion.

2. 2.

   During which phase does QA conduct sanity testing?

   Hint

   What do we check when we first release software?

3. 3.

   What is the primary responsibility of QA during the requirements analysis phase?

   • To write code
   • To log defects
   • To review clarity and testability

   Hint

   Think about why clarity in requirements is important for testing.

4. 4.

   True or False: QA checks the software functionality only after development is complete.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on how QA is integrated into different phases.

5. 5.

   Analyze a scenario where QA was not involved until the testing phase in a Waterfall project. Discuss potential outcomes this might lead to in terms of cost, quality, and time.

   Hint

   Consider the ripple effect of issues found late in the process.

6. 6.

   Propose a plan for integrating QA early in an Agile workflow and how it may change the final product delivery.

   Hint

   Reflect on Agile principles promoting collaboration and responsiveness.