Software Testing Evidence: Results from a Systematic Mapping

Artur Farias, Rodrigo Rocha, Rodrigo Rocha, Igor Vanderlei, Jean Araujo, André Araújo, Jamilson Dantas

2025

Abstract

Software testing is a fundamental aspect of software development, essential for ensuring product quality and reliability. This paper presents the findings of a systematic mapping of the literature, aimed at addressing key research questions related to software testing practices. The study investigates the types of software testing that are most commonly utilized, the predominant approaches employed, the challenges encountered during testing execution, the reported benefits of implementing software testing, the best practices acknowledged by the industry for efficient testing, and the tools and technologies frequently applied in the field. The research methodology followed a structured protocol that guided the systematic mapping across five scientific databases: IEEEXplore, ACM, Science Direct, Springer Link, and Scopus. Following a comprehensive screening process, a total of 341 primary studies were systematically reviewed. The results provide valuable insights into current software testing practices and highlight the challenges faced in this area. Additionally, this study identifies effective solutions and best practices, assisting researchers and industry professionals in improving their software testing processes.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

Farias A., Rocha R., Vanderlei I., Araujo J., Araújo A. and Dantas J. (2025). Software Testing Evidence: Results from a Systematic Mapping. In Proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Web Information Systems and Technologies - Volume 1: WEBIST; ISBN 978-989-758-772-6, SciTePress, pages 386-393. DOI: 10.5220/0013739100003985

in Bibtex Style

@conference{webist25,
author={Artur Farias and Rodrigo Rocha and Igor Vanderlei and Jean Araujo and André Araújo and Jamilson Dantas},
title={Software Testing Evidence: Results from a Systematic Mapping},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Web Information Systems and Technologies - Volume 1: WEBIST},
year={2025},
pages={386-393},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0013739100003985},
isbn={978-989-758-772-6},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Web Information Systems and Technologies - Volume 1: WEBIST
TI - Software Testing Evidence: Results from a Systematic Mapping
SN - 978-989-758-772-6
AU - Farias A.
AU - Rocha R.
AU - Vanderlei I.
AU - Araujo J.
AU - Araújo A.
AU - Dantas J.
PY - 2025
SP - 386
EP - 393
DO - 10.5220/0013739100003985
PB - SciTePress