Where Do I Start With Automation?

August 6th, 2010 Categories: Quality Assurance Testing Q&A One Response

My organization is looking to incorporate automated testing into our monthly release process to reduce our testing cycle time. We are just starting to create a strategy for introducing automation, and I’m looking for some tips on how to approach automation and where to focus first.

JoeBurns says:

May 6, 2010 at 10:50 am

Scott,

Many companies make the mistake of “happy capture” of functional scripts. The key is developing a “framework” that is based on components (i.e. a single logon test script that is parameter driven). In addition, pick a key area that does not have alot of changes (fairly stable). Also, don’t try to automate all transactions. Pick a critical path and set a regression testing bed which is the value of automation (because there is an upfront investment).

Thanks,

Joe

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My organization is looking to incorporate automated testing into our monthly release process to reduce our testing cycle time. We are just starting to create a strategy for introducing automation, and I'm looking for some tips on how to approach automation and where to...

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Scott, Many companies make the mistake of "happy capture" of functional scripts. The key is developing a "framework" that is based on components (i.e. a single logon test script that is parameter driven). In addition, pick a key area that does not have alot of ...