Test software performance.

Test software performance. is a detailed work activity in O*NET — a concrete unit of work shared across 11 occupations and seen in 22 occupation-specific tasks. It rolls up into the broader work activity Test performance of computer or information systems. in Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials .

Detailed work activities are the most granular shared layer in O*NET's work-activity hierarchy (Generalized → Intermediate → Detailed → occupation-specific task). The figures below describe how this activity shows up across the economy and what independent studies measure about AI and this kind of work — not a prediction that the work will be automated.

AI exposure

Of the 22 tasks under this activity that the OpenAI / Eloundou “GPTs are GPTs” study rated, 21 (95%) are flagged as directly exposed to language models (E1) or exposed via model-powered tools (E2).

The Anthropic Economic Index observes real AI use on 6 of these tasks, with a mean mapped-usage share of 0.620% per task.

Exposure estimates overlap with model capabilities — whether a model could speed the task up — not whether the work will be done by software. Observed AI use is augmentation and assistance today, not jobs replaced.

Member tasks

Occupation-specific tasks O*NET maps to this detailed work activity, most important first.

• Conduct regular design reviews throughout the game development process. · Video Game Designers · importance 4.4 · exposure with tools
• Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced. · Computer Programmers · importance 4.4 · direct LLM exposure
• Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems. · Web Developers · importance 4.1 · direct LLM exposure
• Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision. · Web Developers · importance 4.0 · direct LLM exposure
• Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems. · Computer Systems Analysts · importance 4.0 · direct LLM exposure
• Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct. · Computer Programmers · importance 4.0 · direct LLM exposure
• Oversee gameplay testing to ensure intended gaming experience and game adherence to original vision. · Video Game Designers · importance 3.9 · exposure with tools
• Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments. · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers · importance 3.9 · direct LLM exposure
• Design and conduct hardware or software tests. · Computer Systems Engineers/Architects · importance 3.7 · direct LLM exposure
• Document, design, code, or test Geographic Information Systems (GIS) models, internet mapping solutions, or other applications. · Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians · importance 3.7 · direct LLM exposure
• Identify program deviance from standards, and suggest modifications to ensure compliance. · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers · importance 3.7 · direct LLM exposure
• Test computer software or hardware, using standard diagnostic testing equipment and procedures. · Computer Network Support Specialists · importance 3.7 · direct LLM exposure
• Perform initial debugging procedures by reviewing configuration files, logs, or code pieces to determine breakdown source. · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers · importance 3.7 · direct LLM exposure
• Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors. · Computer User Support Specialists · importance 3.6 · direct LLM exposure
• Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software. · Network and Computer Systems Administrators · importance 3.6 · direct LLM exposure
• Coordinate user or third-party testing. · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers · importance 3.3 · exposure with tools
• Visit beta testing sites to evaluate software performance. · Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers · importance 3.3 · no direct exposure
• Test new software packages for use in Web operations or other applications. · Web Administrators · importance 3.3 · direct LLM exposure
• Test software systems or applications for software enhancements or new products. · Data Warehousing Specialists · importance 3.1 · direct LLM exposure
• Develop, validate, and document test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types. · Web and Digital Interface Designers · direct LLM exposure
• Evaluate and recommend upgrades or improvements to existing computerized healthcare systems. · Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars · exposure with tools
• Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision. · Web and Digital Interface Designers · direct LLM exposure

Occupations that perform this

• Video Game Designers
• Computer Programmers
• Web Developers
• Computer Systems Analysts
• Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
• Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
• Computer Network Support Specialists
• Computer User Support Specialists
• Network and Computer Systems Administrators
• Data Warehousing Specialists
• Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars

Sources for this page

Every figure above traces to a named public dataset and the exact release below — not hand-written opinion. See the full methodology for what each measure does and does not mean.

• O*NET 30.3 U.S. Department of Labor / National Center for O*NET Development
• Anthropic Economic Index v4 (2026-01-15) + v2 (2025-03-27) Anthropic
• “GPTs are GPTs” (Eloundou et al.) arXiv 2303.10130 OpenAI / academic

Data compiled June 2, 2026. Figures are estimates, not advice.

@misc{singulariki-test-software-performance,
  title  = {Test software performance.},
  author = {{Singulariki}},
  year   = {2026},
  note   = {O*NET 30.3; Anthropic Economic Index v4 (2026-01-15) + v2 (2025-03-27); “GPTs are GPTs” (Eloundou et al.) arXiv 2303.10130. Accessed June 7, 2026},
  url    = {https://singulariki.com/detailed-activities/test-software-performance}
}