Chapter 3: Test Case Management and Defect Tracking

3.1 Test Case Management

3.1.1 Overview

Test case management is essential for ensuring that all aspects of the Qomet platform are thoroughly tested. This chapter outlines the approach to designing, executing, and maintaining test cases.

3.1.2 Test Case Design

  • Objective: To design comprehensive test cases that cover all possible scenarios, including normal, edge, and failure cases, to ensure that the platform functions correctly under all conditions.

  • Approach:

    • Test cases are derived from functional specifications, user stories, and any known issues or defects.
    • For smart contracts, test cases are designed to cover various transaction scenarios, including success, failure, and edge cases.
    • For the matching system, test cases simulate a variety of trading scenarios to ensure accurate order matching.
    • Multi-chain application test cases ensure interoperability across different blockchain environments.

3.1.3 Test Case Execution

  • Objective: To systematically execute test cases to validate the functionality, performance, and reliability of the platform.
  • Approach:
    • Automated tests using Hardhat and the Xcite framework are run regularly to validate smart contracts and multi-chain operations.
    • Performance test cases are executed using Node.js and Grafana to monitor and analyze system performance under various loads.
    • Manual test cases are executed by human testers to validate the user experience and catch issues that automated tests may miss.

3.1.4 Test Case Maintenance

  • Objective: To keep test cases up-to-date with the evolving platform.
  • Approach:
    • As new features are developed or existing features are modified, test cases are reviewed and updated to ensure they remain relevant.
    • Obsolete test cases are retired, and new ones are added as necessary to reflect the current state of the platform.

3.1.5 Future Improvements

  • Objective: To formalize test case management to improve coverage and tracking.
  • Approach:
    • Qomet is exploring options for implementing a test case management tool that will allow for better organization, execution tracking, and reporting of test cases.
    • This tool would also help in tracking test case history, providing insights into test coverage, and identifying gaps in testing.

3.2 Defect Tracking

3.2.1 Defect Identification

  • Objective: To identify defects as early as possible in the development process.
  • Approach:
    • Defects are identified through a combination of automated testing, manual testing, and performance monitoring.
    • When a defect is found, it is logged with detailed information about the issue, including the conditions under which it occurred and its impact on the platform.

3.2.2 Defect Prioritization

  • Objective: To prioritize defects based on their impact and urgency.
  • Approach:
    • Defects are categorized and prioritized according to their severity (e.g., critical, high, medium, low) and their impact on the platform's functionality, performance, and user experience.
    • Critical defects that affect the core functionality or security of the platform are addressed immediately, while less severe issues are scheduled for future releases.

3.2.3 Defect Resolution

  • Objective: To resolve defects quickly and efficiently to minimize their impact on the platform.
  • Approach:
    • Defects are assigned to the relevant developers for resolution.
    • Once a fix is implemented, the affected test cases are re-run to ensure that the defect has been resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
    • If the defect affects the matching system, additional scenario-based tests are run to ensure that the system still operates correctly under all conditions.

3.2.4 Defect Tracking and Reporting

  • Objective: To maintain a clear record of all defects, including their status, priority, and resolution.
  • Approach:
    • Currently, defect tracking is managed through internal communication channels. However, there is a plan to adopt a dedicated defect-tracking system that will allow for better tracking, reporting, and analysis of defects.
    • The defect tracking system would provide dashboards and reports that offer insights into defect trends, helping the team identify areas of the platform that may require more focused testing or development effort.

3.2.5 Continuous Monitoring and Feedback

  • Objective: To use defect data to continuously improve the platform and the QA process.
  • Approach:
    • Regular reviews of defect reports are conducted to identify recurring issues or trends that may indicate deeper problems within the platform.
    • Feedback from defect tracking is used to improve test case design, prioritize testing efforts, and refine the overall QA process.

3.3 Conclusion

Effective test case management and defect tracking are critical to ensuring the quality and reliability of the Qomet platform. By systematically designing, executing, and maintaining test cases, and by rigorously tracking and resolving defects, Qomet ensures that the platform remains robust, reliable, and capable of meeting user expectations. As the platform evolves, Qomet will continue to refine and improve these processes to maintain the highest standards of quality.