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QA Standards

Comprehensive quality assurance standards and testing requirements across all FLYPILOT technology stacks.

Universal Quality Benchmarks​

Functionality Standards​

  • Complete Feature Implementation: All specified functionality works as designed
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility: Consistent experience across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • Device Responsiveness: Optimal experience from 320px mobile to 2560px desktop
  • User Experience Excellence: Intuitive navigation and interaction patterns
  • Error Handling: Graceful handling of edge cases and error conditions

Performance Standards​

  • Page Load Speed: Under 3 seconds initial load, under 1 second subsequent pages
  • Core Web Vitals: Green scores for LCP (< 2.5s), FID (< 100ms), and CLS (< 0.1)
  • Mobile Optimization: Fast loading and smooth interactions on mobile devices
  • Image Optimization: Compressed images with appropriate formats and lazy loading
  • Resource Efficiency: Minimized bundle sizes and optimized asset delivery

Security Standards​

  • Vulnerability-Free: No security vulnerabilities in custom code or integrations
  • Data Protection: Secure handling of all user data and sensitive information
  • Authentication Security: Secure login processes and session management
  • HTTPS Implementation: SSL certificates and secure connection protocols
  • Input Validation: Proper sanitization and validation of all user inputs

Accessibility Standards​

  • WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance: Meeting accessibility guidelines for inclusive design
  • Keyboard Navigation: Full site functionality accessible via keyboard
  • Screen Reader Compatibility: Proper semantic markup and ARIA labels
  • Color Contrast: Sufficient contrast ratios for text and interactive elements
  • Focus Management: Clear focus indicators and logical tab order

Technology-Specific Standards​

WordPress Quality Standards​

Core WordPress Testing​

  • Theme Compatibility: Proper theme integration without conflicts
  • Plugin Integration: Third-party plugin compatibility validation
  • Core Update Readiness: Compatibility with WordPress updates
  • SEO Optimization: Proper meta tags and structured data
  • Content Management: Intuitive admin experience

Elementor-Specific Testing​

  • Widget Functionality: All widgets work correctly across devices
  • Template Consistency: Templates display correctly across content types
  • Responsive Behavior: Responsive controls function as expected
  • Performance Impact: Implementation doesn't negatively impact speed

Gutenberg + DX Testing​

  • Block Pattern Functionality: Custom patterns work and are reusable
  • Custom Block Validation: Custom blocks function as designed
  • Asset Compilation: TypeScript and SCSS compile correctly
  • Developer Experience: DX tools enhance workflow

E-commerce Quality Standards​

Shopify Testing​

  • Theme Functionality: Liquid templates render correctly
  • Product Catalog: Listings, filtering, and search work accurately
  • Shopping Cart: Add to cart and updates work correctly
  • Checkout Process: Complete flow functions without errors
  • Payment Processing: All methods process securely

WooCommerce Testing​

  • Product Management: Creation, variations, and inventory tracking
  • Payment Gateways: All configured methods function correctly
  • Tax Calculations: Accurate for different locations
  • Shipping Options: Calculate correctly and integrate with fulfillment
  • Order Management: Complete lifecycle from placement to fulfillment

Full-Stack Quality Standards​

Next.js Application Testing​

  • Component Functionality: All React components render correctly
  • Routing System: Next.js routing including dynamic routes
  • State Management: Functions correctly across components
  • Performance Optimization: Code splitting and lazy loading work
  • SEO Implementation: SSR and meta tag management function correctly

Database & Backend Testing​

  • API Performance: Endpoints respond quickly and handle errors
  • Database Integrity: Data storage maintains accuracy
  • Authentication Systems: Login and session handling work securely
  • Data Validation: All inputs properly validated and sanitized

Quality Metrics​

Performance Metrics​

MetricTargetTool
First Contentful Paint (FCP)< 1.8sLighthouse
Largest Contentful Paint (LCP)< 2.5sLighthouse
First Input Delay (FID)< 100msLighthouse
Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS)< 0.1Lighthouse
Time to Interactive (TTI)< 3.5sLighthouse

Accessibility Metrics​

MetricTarget
WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance100%
Keyboard NavigationAll functionality
Color Contrast (normal text)4.5:1 minimum
Color Contrast (large text)3:1 minimum

Security Metrics​

MetricTarget
Vulnerability ScanZero high/critical
SSL/TLS RatingA+ (SSL Labs)
Security HeadersAll implemented

Issue Classification​

Critical Issues (Immediate Fix)​

  • Functionality completely broken
  • Security vulnerabilities or data exposure
  • Payment processing failures
  • Site completely inaccessible

High Priority (Fix Before Delivery)​

  • Major functionality not working
  • Significant performance problems
  • Accessibility barriers
  • Cross-browser issues in major browsers

Medium Priority (Address If Time Permits)​

  • Minor functionality issues
  • Performance optimizations beyond baseline
  • Visual inconsistencies
  • Enhancement opportunities

Low Priority (Document for Future)​

  • Minor visual tweaks
  • Additional feature suggestions
  • Advanced performance optimizations
  • Nice-to-have improvements
Testing Tools

Use Lighthouse for performance, axe DevTools for accessibility, and BrowserStack for cross-browser testing.