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What are defect life cycles?
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To anybody other than a software test engineer, the concept of a defect having a life cycle would seem strange. However, as a test professional, you understand that defects pass through various stages during a software development and testing process. You will convince the Microsoft interviewer that you have experience in this area and are qualified to do the job by answering this question. Since this is a technical question, keep your answer brief and to the point and anticipate a follow-up question that the interviewer will use to explore the topic in more detail.
William Swansen has worked in the employment assistance realm since 2007. He is an author, job search strategist, and career advisor who helps individuals worldwide and in various professions to find their ideal careers.
"Software bugs and defects move through a defined cycle during software development and testing. When a defect has been initially identified, it is considered 'new,' which is the first phase in the cycle. It is then assigned for resolution and moves through stages, including open, fixed, and pending retest. The bug is then retested and either inserted back into the cycle or verified and closed. The performance of the software development and testing teams are measured partially by how the defects move through the process and how much time they spend at each stage."
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