What can be the criteria for testing completion?

The completion criteria for testing define the readiness of the product for release or the next development stage. The main criteria include:

1. Test coverage: A certain percentage of code, requirements, or functionality is covered by test cases.
2. Defect stability: The rate of discovering new defects decreases to a minimal level.
3. Defect density: The number of open defects of a certain type (e.g., blocking, critical) falls below the set threshold.
4. Test case status: A large percentage (e.g., > 95%) of executed test cases have a "Passed" status.
5. Acceptance test results: Necessary rounds of acceptance testing have been completed, possibly involving the customer or end-users.
6. No blocking defects: There are no open defects that block key product functions or make it unusable.
7. Requirements compliance: The product generally meets specifications and functional requirements.
8. Automation coverage: A certain set of regression tests is automated.

Additional criteria may include:

• Completion of all planned testing cycles (regression, integration, load testing, etc.).
• Positive feedback from stakeholders (e.g., Product Owner, management).
• Availability of necessary documentation (testing reports, user guides).

The completion criteria should always be defined in advance and agreed upon by the team and stakeholders.