Chapter 3 – Static Testing
Technical Review – ISTQB Definition
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Official ISTQB Definition
A peer group discussion activity that focuses on achieving consensus on the technical approach to be taken.
In simple words
Peers with technical expertise review a work product to agree it is technically sound.
Exam tip
Technical reviews focus on the technical content, not spelling — usually led by a trained moderator, not the author.
Related terms
- ReviewSomeone reads or discusses a document (requirements, code, test cases) to find problems before running the software.
- WalkthroughThe author walks the team through the document while others ask questions and spot defects.
- InspectionThe most formal review type — trained moderator, defined roles, entry/exit criteria, metrics collected.
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