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A framework for log file analysis.
| Content Provider | CiteSeerX |
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| Author | Andrews, James H. |
| Abstract | . Large software systems typically keep log files of events for use in debugging or regression testing. A formal framework is proposed for analyzing these log files to verify that the associated system has the desired behaviour. Taking into account some common properties of log files, a log file analyzer is defined as a set of possibly communicating state machines, which accept a log file if the file causes the machines to move through valid sequences of states. A prototype implementation consistent with the formal definition is described, and examples of its use are given. Suggestions are made as to how such log file analysis could be used in general software testing. 1 Introduction Large-scale programs or software systems often keep what are called "log files" -- continuous reports of events that have occurred during the running of the program. These log files are typically used for debugging, fault location in production software, regression testing, or administrative information. ... |
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| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Log File Log File Analysis Regression Testing Fault Location Associated System Large Software System State Machine Log File Analyzer General Software Formal Framework Valid Sequence Software System Administrative Information Common Property Introduction Large-scale Program Prototype Implementation Consistent Continuous Report Formal Definition Production Software |
| Content Type | Text |
