Program Model-Based Regression Tests Selection Approaches: A Review

Abstract

Regression testing is about running the entire test and is very important activity in software testing. Regression Test Case Selection (RTCS) aims to reduce regression testing cost by only selecting and running the tests that may be affected by code changes. Various RTCS techniques analyzing at either statement, method of class levels has been proposed. This paper presents the result of the study conducted on different Regression Test Case Selection approaches showing mostly stressed areas by researchers and the areas where there is a future scope. Papers related to Regression Test Case Selection techniques in regression testing are reported and documented to find the current trends and future scope for the researchers to work upon.