Learn the 7 steps to Test Automation Success

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure! reference: Bret Pettichord

1 – Testing Process

The quality and effectiveness of software testing can be determined by your testing processes used. Ensure you review and improve the following regularly:

• Test design
• Test approach
• Test environment/s

2 – Define Requirements

• Agree on requirements & goals
• Ensure there is a goal for best pay back.
• Understand and agree on the expectation

3 – Prove The Concept

• Understand where you are heading
• Prove the feasibility of your test automation project
• Validate your tools and approach as soon as possible

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4 – Champion Product Testability

• Understand your products interfaces (CLI’s, API’s, GUI’s)
• Determine the products testability and best way to automate
• Encourage your developers to include a CLI or API in your product

5 – Sustainability

• Ensure test results are accurate.
• Understand errors and logs.
• Analyse and improve failures

6 – Deployment

• Learn how to package your tests for re-use
• Document setups and execution process
• Ensure your tests are widely available for team re-use

7 – Challenges

• Face the Challenges of Success!
• Stay in sync with development.
• Focus on improvements and coverage
• Maintain your investment

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