Random Testing
Random testing is a software testing technique where test inputs are generated randomly from the input domain of the software, without using any specific model or systematic strategy. It is a black-box testing approach that aims to uncover defects by exploring a wide range of possible inputs, often using automated tools to generate and execute tests. This method is particularly useful for stress testing, security testing, and finding edge cases that might be missed by more structured testing methods.
Developers should use random testing when they need to test software with large or complex input spaces, such as in fuzz testing for security vulnerabilities, performance testing under varied conditions, or when traditional test case design is impractical. It is valuable for uncovering unexpected failures, especially in systems where exhaustive testing is impossible, and can complement other testing methodologies by providing broad, unbiased coverage.