primary testing
[ˈpraɪmeri ˈtɛstɪŋ]
noun
testes primários
1. The initial phase of software or product testing conducted to verify basic functionality and identify critical defects before more extensive testing
Primary testing revealed several bugs in the user interface that needed to be fixed before proceeding to the next phase.
Os testes primários revelaram diversos bugs na interface do usuário que precisavam ser corrigidos antes de prosseguir para a próxima fase.
2. First-level quality assurance activities focused on fundamental requirements and core features
During primary testing, the team verified that all essential features work as designed.
Durante os testes primários, a equipe verificou que todos os recursos essenciais funcionam conforme o projeto.
3. Initial testing phase in clinical trials or medical research conducted on a limited group
Primary testing of the new vaccine showed promising results in the first volunteer group.
Os testes primários da nova vacina mostraram resultados promissores no primeiro grupo de voluntários.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'primary testing' or 'testes primários' is a standard industry term in software development and quality assurance. In the pharmaceutical and medical research sectors, both countries use this terminology to describe initial clinical trial phases. The concept is integral to modern software development practices, especially in tech hubs like São Paulo and Lisbon, where agile methodologies emphasize early and continuous testing.
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