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P. LeloudasIntroduction to Software Testinghttps://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-9514-4_1

1. The Importance of Software Testing

Panagiotis Leloudas1  
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Ilioupoli, Greece
 

Software testing is a crucial part of the software development process. It is the process of evaluating a software system or application to find defects, errors, or bugs, and verifying that it meets its intended requirements and functions correctly. Software testing is essential because it ensures that the software performs as expected, meets user needs, and is reliable and efficient.

Testing is not a one-time event, but rather a continuous process that begins in the early stages of development ...

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