gvm-explore-test

Guide charter-based exploratory testing sessions and generate defect reports.

5|Updated May 4, 2026

Search Tags:#report generation #software testing #exploratory testing #charter-based testing #defect capture

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npx skills add https://github.com/gerquinn1978/gvm --skill gvm-explore-test

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Skill: gvm-explore-test
Source: https://github.com/gerquinn1978/gvm/tree/main/grounded-vibe-methodology/skills/gvm-explore-test
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gerquinn1978/gvm --skill gvm-explore-test

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables structured exploratory testing by guiding the tester through a charter-based process, capturing defects with detailed descriptions, and producing a comprehensive report.

Core Features & Use Cases

Charter-based Testing: Generate and validate a charter to guide the testing session.
Defect Capture: Record defects using severity and GWT (Given, When, Then) clauses.
Report Generation: Automatically produce a report from the testing session, capturing the charter, defects, and overall assessment.
Use Case: Before writing documentation, conduct an exploratory test of a new feature. Use this Skill to create a charter, perform the test, capture any defects, and generate a report for review.

Quick Start

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Frequently Asked Questions about gvm-explore-test

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is charter-based exploratory testing and how does it guide a software testing session?▼

Yes, exploratory testing can be structured using a charter to guide the session. This skill orchestrates the process by helping you generate a charter, capture defects with Given When Then clauses, and automatically produce a testing report.

How do I capture defects during an exploratory testing session?▼

You capture defects during exploratory testing by recording their severity and using Given When Then clauses for reproduction. This skill requires human input for severity decisions and defect reproduction to ensure the tester maintains authority over the process.

Can I automatically generate a report from a charter-based testing session?▼

You can automatically generate a report from a charter-based testing session. The skill produces a comprehensive document that captures the testing charter, recorded defects, and the overall assessment for review.

Does structured exploratory testing require manual input for defect severity decisions?▼

Structured exploratory testing requires manual input for defect severity decisions. The skill ensures tester authority by relying on human input for severity classification and defect reproduction rather than automating these critical judgments.

When should I use charter-based testing instead of writing documentation for a new feature?▼

You should use charter-based testing before writing documentation for a new feature. Conducting an exploratory test allows you to create a charter, capture defects, and generate a report to verify feature quality first.