VCE Software Development U4O1 Definitions Worksheet: Code repositories, APIs, libraries and AI assistants to Beta testing (Modules 125–171)
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Key terms
Write what each term means, in your own words.
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API key
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validation vs verification
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alpha testing
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# (commenting out)
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corrective action
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beta testing
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core feature
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beta testers
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beta testing plan
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test scenario
Answer Key
VCE Software Development U4O1 · Modules 125–171 · Student wording will vary for definitions
1API key — A secret code that identifies your program to an API. Keep it in a separate file, out of the repository and shared code, because it is linked to your usage limits.
2validation vs verification — Validation checks entered data is reasonable and complete. Verification checks it matches the source data, for example by proofreading.
3alpha testing — Testing run by the developer during development to check the solution meets requirements and works correctly, so errors are found and fixed before beta testing with users.
4# (commenting out) — Putting # in front of a line, or a selected block, stops Python running it. Use this to isolate a bug, then remove the # to restore the code.
5corrective action — The fix recorded in a testing table for a failed test, followed by the retest result that shows whether the fix worked (pass or fail).
6beta testing — Testing where potential users try the near-finished solution to check it meets requirements and is usable. It follows alpha testing, which is done by the developers.
7core feature — A main function users most need to work. A beta test focuses on these first, linked to the requirements, before minor extras.
8beta testers — Potential users who represent the intended audience and test software before release. Choose at least two, such as other students, so feedback comes from real users.
9beta testing plan — A plan that states which features will be tested, who the testers are, when testing happens and how the results are collected and recorded.
10test scenario — A realistic task a beta tester performs with the solution, written as a task description, steps to follow and a clear expected outcome to check the result against.