Title
Estimating the Probability of Failure When Testing Reveals No Failures
Abstract
Formulas for estimating the probability of failure when testing reveals no errors are introduced. These formulas incorporate random testing results, information about the input distribution; and prior assumptions about the probability of failure of the software. The formulas are not restricted to equally likely input distributions, and the probability of failure estimate can be adjusted when assumptions about the input distribution change. The formulas are based on a discrete sample space statistical model of software and include Bayesian prior assumptions. Reusable software and software in life-critical applications are particularly appropriate candidates for this type of analysis.
Year
DOI
Venue
1992
10.1109/32.120314
IEEE Trans. Software Eng.
Keywords
Field
DocType
Bayes methods,probability,program testing,Bayesian prior assumptions,discrete sample space statistical model,failure estimate,failure probability estimation,formulas,input distribution,life-critical applications,prior assumptions,random testing results
Random testing,Computer science,Failure rate,Statistical model,Prior probability,Statistics,Sample space,Probability density function,Bayes' theorem,Bayesian probability
Journal
Volume
Issue
ISSN
18
1
0098-5589
Citations 
PageRank 
References 
122
13.08
14
Authors
7
Search Limit
100122
Name
Order
Citations
PageRank
Keith W. Miller173089.70
Larry J. Morell212615.11
Robert E. Noonan316831.38
Stephen K. Park4522170.77
David M. Nicol52798337.97
Branson W. Murrill614019.03
Jeffrey M. Voas71108129.23