What is a Test Case

A test case is a document which has a set of conditions/ actions/ steps that are performed on the software application in order to verify the expected functionality of the feature under test. A test case is mostly used to validate whether the developed feature is working as per requirement or not. It is a first-level action that is derived from test scenarios.

A test case design comprises,

Test Case Id (which should be unique)

Test Case Description

Preconditions

Test Data

Steps to execute

Expected Result

Actual Result

Status

Test case Author

Test case Executed by

Date of execution

Comments

 To write a Test Case, a QA requires basic writing skills, attention to detail, a good understanding of the application under test, and out of box thinking. A test case should be written in such a way that it can be executed by any testing team member.