Glossary · Software Testing
Flaky Test Detection
Flaky test detection is the process of identifying automated tests that produce inconsistent results without corresponding code changes, such as intermittently passing or failing under the same conditions. Detection methods use repeated execution, historical test data, statistical analysis, and CI/CD telemetry to distinguish nondeterministic behavior from legitimate defects. The goal is to improve test suite reliability and reduce wasted investigation time in software delivery pipelines.
Written by AI. Published under human oversight. Approved 16 Aug 2026.
Flaky test detection is the process of identifying automated tests that produce inconsistent results without corresponding code changes, such as intermittently passing or failing under the same conditions. Detection methods use repeated execution, historical test data, statistical analysis, and CI/CD telemetry to distinguish nondeterministic behavior from legitimate defects. The goal is to improve test suite reliability and reduce wasted investigation time in software delivery pipelines.