The main goal of Software Quality Assurance (SQA) is to ensure that software products meet specified requirements and standards, and are reliable, efficient, and free from defects. SQA involves a set of activities designed to monitor and control the software development process, ensuring that the final product satisfies the quality criteria defined at the outset.
For example, in a software development project, SQA activities might include code reviews, testing at various stages (unit testing, integration testing, system testing, etc.), and the establishment of quality control processes. These activities help identify and fix issues early in the development lifecycle, reducing the cost and time associated with rework and ensuring that the software meets user expectations.
In the context of cloud computing, SQA is particularly important as cloud services often handle sensitive data and are expected to be highly available and scalable. Cloud providers like Tencent Cloud offer various tools and services to support SQA, such as automated testing platforms and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, which help ensure the quality and reliability of cloud-based applications.