Software testing:

• Software testing is defined as performing Verification and Validation of the Software Product for its correctness and accuracy of working. Software Testing is the process of executing a program with the intent of finding errors.
• A successful test is one that uncovers an as-yet-undiscovered error. Testing can show the presence of bugs but never their absence. Testing is a support function that helps developers look good by finding their mistakes before anyone else does. Execution of a work product with intent to find a defect.

Objectives of software testing are as follows:

1. Finding defects which may get created by the programmer while developing the software.
2. Gaining confidence in and providing information about the level of quality.
3. To prevent defects.
4. To make sure that the end result meets the business and user requirements.
5. To ensure that it satisfies the BRS that is Business Requirement Specification and SRS that is System Requirement Specifications.
6. To gain the confidence of the customers by providing them a quality product.