Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Continuous Testing – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
The process of executing automated tests as part of the software delivery pipeline to obtain immediate feedback on business risks.
In simple words
Every commit triggers tests — unit, integration, sometimes end-to-end — so risks surface within minutes.
Exam tip
Continuous testing is the testing spine of CI/CD; requires reliable automation and fast, isolated tests.
Related terms
- Test AutomationLetting tools do the repetitive parts of testing — usually execution, but also data generation and reporting.
- DevOpsDev and Ops share ownership of building, shipping and running the product — automation and CI/CD glue it together.
- Shift-Left TestingStart testing — reviews, unit tests, static analysis — as early as possible, not at the end.
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