smoke test

The term "smoke test" originates from hardware testing and is now widely used in software and engineering to describe initial, basic tests to ensure systems are free of major issues.

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Definition

B2Software Development

(technical)A basic test to verify that the critical functions of a program work correctly after a new build or update.

Example

  • Before running detailed tests, we always perform a smoke test to ensure the new build is stable.

B2Electronics

(technical)A simple test to check if a device powers on and operates without immediate defects.

Example

  • The technician performed a smoke test on the new circuit board to ensure there were no immediate issues.

B2Mechanical Engineering

(technical)A procedure to detect leaks by filling a system with visible gas that escapes through any faults.

Example

  • A smoke test was conducted on the ventilation system to locate any leaks.

Similar

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