validation-strategist

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of designing a clear, evidence-driven validation and verification plan that prevents late surprises by defining what to test at each layer and what gates must pass.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Layered validation strategy: Plans unit, component, feature, application, and release-candidate verification/validation with explicit evidence and gates.
• Verification vs. validation separation: Distinguishes “build it right” from “build the right thing” and assigns checks accordingly.
• E2E justification and risk control: Limits end-to-end testing to critical paths and explains when higher layers are truly needed.
• Entry/exit criteria and release readiness: Defines concrete criteria for progressing between layers and a Layer 5 release readiness checklist.

Quick Start

Design a multi-layer validation strategy for a release candidate by mapping each layer’s gates, evidence, environments, and entry/exit criteria to your target artifact.