Abstract :
This paper describes a series of psychological experiments used to test a new data base query language. The intent is to make psychological testing of a language part of the design and development process. By testing a language while it is still under development, features that require changing can bs identified and the changes made.
Keywords :
Data-base languages, human factors, psychological testing, software error classification, query complexity, query language development, query language testing.; Database languages; Educational institutions; Feedback; Frequency; Human factors; Process design; Programming profession; Psychology; Software testing; Writing; Data-base languages, human factors, psychological testing, software error classification, query complexity, query language development, query language testing.;