8.5.1. What is Exploratory Testing?

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is exploratory testing?

   Hint

   Think about testing without a checklist.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of exploratory testing.

   Hint

   Reflect on the types of problems scripted testing may not find.

3. 3.

   What does exploratory testing primarily focus on?

   • Automated Testing
   • Simultaneous Learning
   • Scripted Testing

   Hint

   Think about how you learn while doing.

4. 4.

   True or False: Exploratory testing should not be documented.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall how important it is to keep records in QA.

5. 5.

   You're in charge of testing a new feature in an online ticket booking system. Describe a charter for an exploratory testing session and outline potential risks you may identify.

   Hint

   Think about different devices and browsers users might employ.

6. 6.

   Discuss how you would adapt your exploratory testing approach based on previous testing results from a similar application.

   Hint

   Reflect on your prior experiences and how they shape your current strategy.