Automation Testing (PART 1)
When will you automate a test?
Automation in preferred in following cases Repetitive Tasks Smoke and Sanity Tests Test with multiple data set Regression test cases Usually the decision is based on the ROI (Return on Investment)
In what condition can we not use automation testing for Agile methodology?
Automation testing is not useful for agile methods in following conditions When Agile testing always ask for changes in requirements When Exhaustive level of documentation is required in Agile Only suitable for those regression tests during agile testing like continuos integration
What are the points that are covered while planning phase of automation ?
During planning phase of automation things which has to be taken in concern are Selection the "right" Automation tool Selection Automation Framework if any List of In scope and out of scope items for automation Test Environment setup Preparing Grant Chart of Project timelines for test script development & execution. Identify Test Deliverables
What are the types of framework used in software automation testing ?
In software automation testing four types of framework used are Data driven automation framework Keyword driven automati4on framework Modular automation framework Hybrid automation framework
What are the steps involved in the Automation Process?
In the automation process, steps involved are Selecting the Test tool Define scope of automation Planning, desing and development Test execution Maintenance
On what basis you can map the success of automation testing?
On basis of following criteria the success of automation testing can be mapped Defect Detection Ratio Automation execution time and time savings to release the product Reduction in Labour & other costs
When you will not automate testing?
One should not automate in following cases When the Application Under Test changes frequently One time test cases Adhoc - Random testing
What are the primary features of good automation tool ?
Test Environment support and easy to use Good debugging facility Object identification Object and Image testing abilities Testing of database Support multiple frameworks
What are the scripting standard while performing automation testing?
While writing the scripts for automation you have to consider following things, Uniform naming convention. 3 Lines of comments for every 10 lines of code Adequate indentation. Robust error handling and recovery scenario Use of Frameworks wherever possible
