Basic Testing Checklist

A simple list of key areas or functionalities to be tested.

Basic Testing Checklist Template

I. Functionality

• [ ] Core Features Work As Expected: Verify that the main functionalities of the application perform according to the user stories and requirements. (e.g., Can users log in? Can products be added to the cart?)
• [ ] Form Submissions: Ensure that all forms submit data correctly and that appropriate feedback is provided to the user. (e.g., Contact forms, registration forms, checkout forms).
• [ ] Navigation: Check that all links and navigation elements work correctly and that users can easily move around the application.
• [ ] Data Input Validation: Verify that the application handles invalid or incorrect data input gracefully and provides informative error messages.
• [ ] Error Handling: Test how the application behaves when errors occur (e.g., network issues, server errors) and ensure user-friendly error messages are displayed.

II. User Interface (UI) & User Experience (UX)

• [ ] Basic Layout and Responsiveness: Ensure the layout is generally correct and that the application adapts reasonably well to different screen sizes (desktop and basic mobile views).
• [ ] Key UI Elements are Present and Functional: Check that important elements like buttons, icons, and interactive components are visible and work as intended.
• [ ] Content Display: Verify that text, images, and other content are displayed correctly without major formatting issues.
• [ ] Usability (Basic): Perform a quick run-through to ensure the basic user flow is intuitive and not overly confusing.

III. Performance (Basic)

• [ ] Page Load Times (General): Check that key pages load within an acceptable timeframe (aim for a few seconds for initial load on a decent connection).

IV. Security (Basic Awareness)

• [ ] HTTPS: Ensure the application is served over HTTPS (indicated by a lock icon in the browser).
• [ ] Sensitive Data Handling (Awareness): If handling sensitive data (like passwords), ensure it’s being transmitted securely (this might require more specialized testing later).

V. Browser Compatibility (If applicable and defined in scope)

• [ ] Test on Key Target Browser(s): If specific browsers are targeted, perform basic checks on those (e.g., latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

How to Use

As you develop features, go through this checklist to perform basic testing. Mark each item as “checked” once you’ve verified it. This is a starting point, and you’ll likely need more detailed and specific test cases as your project grows.