test-design-techniques

Q: How do I install test-design-techniques?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/proffesor-for-testing/agentic-qe --skill test-design-techniques in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/test-design-techniques/ (personal) or .claude/skills/test-design-techniques/ (project).

by proffesor-for-testingTesting & QA

Systematic test design with boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning, decision tables, state transition testing, and combinatorial testing. Use when designing comprehensive test cases, reducing redundant tests, or ensuring systematic coverage.

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Install

Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.

npx skills add https://github.com/proffesor-for-testing/agentic-qe --skill test-design-techniques

01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
02
Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads test-design-techniques automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.

SKILL.md

The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.

Test Design Techniques

<default_to_action> When designing test cases, select technique by input type:

Numeric ranges → BVA + EP
Multiple conditions → Decision Tables
Workflows → State Transition
Many parameter combinations → Pairwise Testing </default_to_action>

Quick Reference Card

When to Use

Designing new test suites
Optimizing existing tests
Complex business rules
Reducing test redundancy

Agent-Driven Test Design

// Auto-generate BVA tests
await Task("Generate BVA Tests", {
  field: 'age',
  dataType: 'integer',
  constraints: { min: 18, max: 120 }
}, "qe-test-generator");
// Returns: 6 boundary test cases

// Auto-generate pairwise tests
await Task("Generate Pairwise Tests", {
  parameters: {
    browser: ['Chrome', 'Firefox', 'Safari'],
    os: ['Windows', 'Mac', 'Linux'],
    screen: ['Desktop', 'Tablet', 'Mobile']
  }
}, "qe-test-generator");
// Returns: 9-12 tests (vs 27 full combination)

Agent Coordination Hints

Memory Namespace

aqe/test-design/
├── bva-analysis/*       - Boundary value tests
├── partitions/*         - Equivalence partitions
├── decision-tables/*    - Decision table tests
└── pairwise/*           - Combinatorial reduction

Fleet Coordination

const designFleet = await FleetManager.coordinate({
  strategy: 'systematic-test-design',
  agents: [
    'qe-test-generator',    // Apply design techniques
    'qe-coverage-analyzer', // Analyze coverage
    'qe-quality-analyzer'   // Assess test quality
  ],
  topology: 'sequential'
});

Related Skills

agentic-quality-engineering - Agent-driven testing
risk-based-testing - Prioritize by risk
mutation-testing - Validate test effectiveness

Remember

With Agents: qe-test-generator applies these techniques automatically, generating optimal test suites with maximum coverage and minimum redundancy. Agents identify boundaries, partitions, and combinations from code analysis.

FAQ

What does the test-design-techniques skill do?

How do I install test-design-techniques?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/proffesor-for-testing/agentic-qe --skill test-design-techniques in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/test-design-techniques/ (personal) or .claude/skills/test-design-techniques/ (project).

Which AI agents can use test-design-techniques?

Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.

Is test-design-techniques safe to install?

No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.

Who maintains test-design-techniques?

It is published by proffesor-for-testing in proffesor-for-testing/agentic-qe. It has 197 recorded installs.