Static testing is a software testing technique used to check for defects in a software application without executing the code. It is a critical part of the software development process, as it helps identify and correct errors earlier on, resulting in fewer problems later on. Static tests are the testing of the software's working products manually or with a set of tools, but they are not executed. Static testing and dynamic testing are complementary methods, as they tend to find different types of defects effectively and efficiently.Reviews are an important part of static testing, as they allow all team members to be aware of the progress of the project and can result in excellent suggestions.
During a review, the moderator (inspection leader) is the leader and the primary person responsible for an inspection or other review process. The objective of this meeting is to ensure that everyone is on the same page with respect to the document being reviewed and to commit to the time that will be spent verifying it.There are several types of reviews in static testing. The informal review is done before any technical or formal review in order to first correct defects that can be found informally. Documents are examined directly by individuals and discrepancies are resolved.
The criteria for checking the rate and size of the document can be established by collecting data and measuring the review process.The moderator and the author decide which part of the document they are going to review. Once the size of the document has been established and the pages to be checked have been selected, the moderator determines the composition of the review team, in collaboration with the author. Participants work individually on the document under review using the related documents, procedures, rules and checklist provided.Static code analysis can be performed manually or through automation with the use of several software testing tools. In addition to software code, static analysis can also be carried out in aspects such as the static analysis of requirements or the static analysis of websites (for example, to evaluate the proper use of accessibility tags or compliance with HTML standards).
