Testing & QA

Test Coverage

/test ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

Definition

The percentage of code lines, branches, or paths executed by automated tests.

Example in context

"We enforce 80% code coverage in CI — below that, the pipeline fails and the PR can't merge."

Practice this term

Master Test Coverage in context by working through exercises in the Testing & QA module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Test Coverage" mean?

The percentage of code lines, branches, or paths executed by automated tests.

How do you pronounce "Test Coverage"?

"Test Coverage" is pronounced /test ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/.

Can you use "Test Coverage" in a sentence?

"We enforce 80% code coverage in CI — below that, the pipeline fails and the PR can't merge."