Chapter 4 – Test Techniques
Data-Driven Testing (Modern) – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A test design approach where the same test logic runs against multiple sets of input and expected data from an external source.
In simple words
One test script + many rows of data = many test cases.
Exam tip
Parametrized tests in JUnit 5, pytest, and TestNG are the modern DDT primitives.
Related terms
- Data-Driven TestingOne test script + a table of inputs and expected outputs = many test runs.
- Keyword-Driven TestingWrite tests as spreadsheets of keywords ('login', 'add to cart') instead of code — non-coders can maintain them.
- Synthetic DataFake but realistic data used in testing so you don't touch real PII.
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