Chapter 5 – Test Management
Deployment – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
The process of installing a software system into a specific environment so that it can be used.
In simple words
Getting the software running in an environment (test, staging, prod).
Exam tip
Deployment testing verifies the install and configuration, not just the code.
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