Aim
Combinatorial Testing (CT) is a type of dynamic verification for detecting faults in computer systems. CT uses combinatorial methods to reduce the number of test cases required, thereby improving testing efficiency, while optimizing testing effectiveness in terms of the combinatorial coverage of the test suite. CT is based on the insight that while the behavior of a computer system may be affected by a large number of factors, only a few factors are involved in a fault. In a combinatorial test plan, all interactions between parameters up to an appropriate level are tested. CT has been found to be useful in independent verification and validation of complex computer systems.
A useful website for CT is here
The aim of this workshop is to bring together the developers of CT methods, techniques and tools, and the users and testers to share experiences and issues in the application of CT methods.
Many software and system testers have important experiences and insights to share but do not have the time required to develop papers, get required approvals, and submit them by due dates. Therefore for this workshop we are requiring only extended abstracts (about 250 to 350 words) and presentation slides. The extended abstracts should include the main points of the presentation. We expect to allocate approximately 25-30 minutes each to most presentations (the exact time will be determined later). The presentation slides should be submitted in pdf format only.