example-based specification

noun phrase
UK /ɪɡˈzɑːmpəl beɪst ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US /ɪɡˈzæmpəl beɪst ˌspesəfəˈkeɪʃən/

A way of describing what you want by showing clear examples instead of only giving rules.

The teacher used example-based specification to show the class exactly what a good project looks like.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. In software testing, a method where concrete examples define the expected behavior of a system.

The team wrote example-based specifications so everyone agreed on how the login feature should work.

3. A teaching approach that explains a concept through worked examples rather than abstract definitions.

Her math lesson relied on example-based specification, walking students through several solved problems.

4. A way of setting standards by listing sample cases that must be met.

The quality guide used example-based specification, showing acceptable and unacceptable products side by side.