Advanced – Cloud & Data Testing
Database Testing – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
Testing of database schemas, stored procedures, constraints, triggers, and data integrity independent of the application layer.
In simple words
Testing the database directly — schemas, queries, procedures — not just through the UI.
Exam tip
DB testing catches issues that unit and UI tests miss, especially around constraints, indexes, and concurrency.
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