5W+1H pattern: A perspective of systematic mapping studies and a case study on cloud software testing

• Published in: The Journal of systems and software Vol. 116; pp. 206 - 219
• Main Authors: Jia, Changjiang, Cai, Yan, Yu, Yuen Tak, Tse, T.H.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: New York Elsevier Inc 01.06.2016; Elsevier Sequoia S.A
• Subjects: 5W+1H pattern; Case studies; Cloud computing; Cloud software testing; Clouds; Computer programs; Feasibility; Landscapes; Mapping; Platforms; Rendering; Software engineering; Software testing; Studies; Systematic mapping study; Test systems; 5W+1H pattern; Systematic mapping study; Cloud software testing

•Novices often find it difficult to kick off a mapping study or literature review.•A 5W+1H pattern is proposed to ease the difficulty of conducting literature surveys.•The 5W+1H pattern helps formulate initial research questions and structure reports.•A case study shows the applicability of the 5W+1...