The purpose of Software Quality Assurance (SQA) is to ensure that the software being developed meets the required quality standards, is free of critical defects, and performs reliably and securely in real-world conditions. It is a proactive, process-oriented discipline that works in parallel with software development to prevent issues before they occur. 🎯 Primary Purposes of SQA 1. Ensure Software Quality Verifies that the product meets functional and non-functional requirements . Ensures reliability, usability, performance, and security . 2. Prevent Defects Early Focuses on process improvement to catch issues before they become costly bugs. Encourages early reviews, audits, and static analysis . 3. Ensure Compliance with Standards Enforces adherence to industry standards like ISO, IEEE, or CMMI. Ensures that coding practices, documentation, and testing follow best practices. 4. Reduce Cost and Tim...
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