CCDL – System-Level Testing for Embedded Software
Define and execute system-level tests using a structured and easy-to-use test specification language. CCDL enables requirements-based testing, helping you validate system behavior and support certification in embedded software development.
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What CCDL does
CCDL (Component and Communication Description Language) is a high-level test specification language for system-level testing of embedded software. It enables engineers to define test scenarios based on requirements in a structured and readable way.
By separating test logic from implementation details, CCDL helps teams create maintainable and scalable test specifications, supporting efficient validation and certification processes.
- High-level language for system-level test specification
- Requirements-based testing approach
- Clear and maintainable test scenarios
- Integration with ITE and TESSY
- Support for verification and validation processes
General Features
High-level test language
Define system-level tests in a structured and readable format.
Requirements-based testing
Link test scenarios directly to system requirements.
Maintainable test specifications
Create reusable and scalable test definitions.
Toolchain integration
Works with ITE and TESSY for complete testing workflows.
Validation support
Supports verification and validation of system behavior.
Scalable testing approach
Applicable to complex embedded systems and architectures.
Why CCDL
System-level testing often becomes complex when requirements, test logic and execution are not clearly separated. CCDL provides a structured approach:
From complex test scripts
to clear test specifications
to clear test specifications
From disconnected requirements
to requirements-based testing
to requirements-based testing
From hard-to-maintain tests
to scalable test design
to scalable test design
This results in:
Better validation
of system behavior
of system behavior
Improved maintainability
of test specifications
of test specifications
Stronger certification support
through structured testing
through structured testing
When to use CCDL
CCDL is most valuable in environments where:
System-level behavior must be validated
Requirements-based testing is required
Test specifications need to be maintainable and scalable
Certification and validation processes must be supported
Typical domains include automotive, aerospace, industrial automation and other safety-critical embedded systems.
André De Ceuninck
Software Quality | Testing | Certification
Want to validate system behavior with structured testing?
I can help you use CCDL to define requirements-based system tests and integrate them into a scalable testing workflow.
