regression test
[rɪˈɡreʃən test]
nounpl: regression tests
teste de regressão
1. A software testing technique that verifies that previously working functionality still works correctly after code changes, updates, or bug fixes
The development team ran regression tests after implementing the new feature to ensure no existing functionality was broken.
A equipe de desenvolvimento executou testes de regressão após implementar a nova funcionalidade para garantir que nenhuma funcionalidade existente fosse quebrada.
2. A set of test cases designed to detect if recent program changes have adversely affected previously tested features
Regression tests are essential in continuous integration pipelines to catch bugs early.
Os testes de regressão são essenciais em pipelines de integração contínua para detectar erros rapidamente.
This is a technical term widely used in software development across both Brazil and the USA. In tech companies and startups in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, the English term 'regression test' is often used interchangeably with the Portuguese 'teste de regressão'. The practice is fundamental in modern software development methodologies like Agile and DevOps, reflecting the globalized nature of the tech industry.
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