impact analysis
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Official ISTQB Definition
The identification of all work products affected by a change, including an estimate of the resources needed to accomplish the change.
3 Ways to Think About It
The Quick Take
Figuring out which tests need to run when something changes in the system.
Look Closer
Assessing the ripple effects of a change to determine regression test scope.
The Bottom Line
Analyzing what parts of the system (and test suite) are affected by a modification.
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