Compliance Testing
Compliance testing is a software testing methodology that verifies whether a system, application, or process adheres to specified standards, regulations, policies, or contractual requirements. It involves checking for conformity with legal mandates (like GDPR or HIPAA), industry standards (such as ISO or PCI-DSS), or internal governance frameworks. This ensures that software operates within defined boundaries and mitigates risks related to non-compliance, such as legal penalties or security breaches.
Developers should learn and use compliance testing when building applications in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, or e-commerce, where legal and security standards are critical. It is essential for ensuring data privacy, security protocols, and operational integrity, helping to avoid fines, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. For example, in healthcare software, compliance testing validates adherence to HIPAA for patient data protection.