Postconditions

Definition

Postconditions are conditions or requirements that must hold true after a certain action or function has been executed. They define what should be expected as a result of running the code.

Related terms

Preconditions:

Preconditions are conditions or requirements that must be met before executing an action or function. They ensure that necessary conditions are in place for correct code execution.

Invariants: Invariants refer to properties or conditions that remain unchanged throughout program execution, even after actions have been performed.

Test cases: Test cases are specific inputs and expected outputs used to verify whether software functions correctly according to its specifications.