What is functional testing?

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Functional testing verifies that software functions according to specified requirements, ensuring it performs its intended tasks.

Focuses on user requirements and functionality of the application.
Involves testing features like login, data entry, and report generation.
Example: Testing if a user can successfully log in with valid credentials.
Can be manual or automated, using tools like Selenium or QTP.
Ensures that the software behaves as expected under various conditions.

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Tests what the system does rather than how it does it.
Includes UI testing, API testing, database testing, and business logic validation.
Performed using manual testing or automation tools like Selenium, Postman, or JUnit.
Examples: Login verification, form validation, payment processing checks.

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What is functional testing?