dry-runs
Tests before performing
Dry-runs is the plural of dry run—a practice session or rehearsal conducted without the real materials, conditions, or consequences.
The term comes from firefighting drills performed without water.
A dry run tests procedures before the actual event: We did several dry-runs before the product launch.
In computing, a dry run executes code without making permanent changes.
Repeated work toward mastery
- trialJudicial examination of claims
- walkthroughSequential instructional guide
- simulationImitation of real processes
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
preparation · mock · staging · preview · warm-up · training · exercise · drill
Examining to evaluate
- simulationImitation of real processes
- validationConfirming truth or accuracy
- debuggingError removal from programs
- sandboxEnclosed play area
staging · deployment · iteration · troubleshooting · verification · prototype · beta · diagnostics
Activity for fitness
- maneuverDeliberate tactical movement
- simulationImitation of real processes
- drillHole-boring device
- tacticalStrategically planned
operation · deployment · briefing · war-game · sortie · mission · reconnaissance · logistics
Hole-boring device
- evacuationRemoval from danger
- simulationImitation of real processes
- protocolPrescribed conduct rules
- procedurePrescribed sequence of actions
response · preparedness · safety · training · alarm · assembly · timing · coordination
practice
Repeated work toward mastery
- trialJudicial examination of claims
- walkthroughSequential instructional guide
- simulationImitation of real processes
rehearsal · preparation · mock · staging · preview · warm-up · training · exercise · drill · briefing
testing
Examining to evaluate
- simulationImitation of real processes
- validationConfirming truth or accuracy
- debuggingError removal from programs
sandbox · staging · deployment · iteration · troubleshooting · verification · prototype · beta · diagnostics · checklist
exercise
Activity for fitness
- maneuverDeliberate tactical movement
- simulationImitation of real processes
- drillHole-boring device
tactical · operation · deployment · briefing · war-game · sortie · mission · reconnaissance · logistics · training
drill
Hole-boring device
- evacuationRemoval from danger
- simulationImitation of real processes
- protocolPrescribed conduct rules
procedure · response · preparedness · safety · training · alarm · assembly · timing · coordination · scenario
dry-runsthe real thing
Authentic original version
live events · real deals · live-fire exercises · go-live · genuine articles
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