Test Automation Fundamentals
Test automation is an essential part of an effective software development process. This course will teach you how to release high-quality software using fundamental test automation principles.
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Test automation is an essential part of an effective software development process. This course will teach you how to release high-quality software using fundamental test automation principles.
Test automation is an essential part of an effective software development process. This course will teach you how to release high-quality software using fundamental test automation principles.
Ensuring released software is high quality whilst meeting deadlines is a major challenge for all software development teams. Particularly as the number and size of systems grows, test automation becomes a necessity. However, with the sheer number of different coding languages, frameworks, and tools, it can be difficult to know where to start. In this course, Test Automation Fundamentals, you’ll learn to implement test automation principles that can be applied whatever your organization’s technology stack. First, you’ll explore the different types of tests that can be automated and identify valuable test cases. Next, you’ll discover some guiding principles for creating effective automated tests. Finally, you’ll learn how to plan and execute a test automation strategy. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of test automation needed to efficiently test your software and produce high quality releases.
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Course Overview
Understanding Test Automation
Identifying Valuable Test Cases
Assessing Frameworks and Tools
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Read 'Agile Testing' by Lisa Crispin and Janet Gregory
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Gain insights into agile testing principles and practices, enriching your understanding of test automation in agile environments.
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Agile Testing Condensed: A Brief Introduction
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Obtain a copy of the book.
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Read the book and take notes.
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Summarize and reflect on key concepts.
Learn the basics of test automation
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Build a solid foundation in test automation concepts and principles to enhance your understanding of the course materials.
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Enroll in an online tutorial or course on test automation.
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Follow the tutorials and complete the exercises.
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Apply what you learn to a small-scale project.
Organize and review course materials
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Enhance your understanding of the course concepts by organizing and reviewing key materials.
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Gather all relevant course materials.
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Create a system for organizing the materials.
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Review the materials regularly.
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Practice writing test cases
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Sharpen your skills in identifying and writing effective test cases, which are crucial for successful test automation.
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Identify a set of requirements or user stories.
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Write test cases for each requirement or user story.
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Review and refine your test cases.
Discuss test automation strategies with peers
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Engage in knowledge exchange and gain diverse perspectives on test automation strategies, broadening your understanding of the topic.
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Join or organize a study group or online forum.
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Share your experiences and insights.
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Seek feedback and learn from others.
Build a test automation framework
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Gain hands-on experience in designing and implementing a test automation framework, solidifying your understanding of the course concepts.
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Choose a programming language and test automation tools.
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Design the architecture of your framework.
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Implement the framework and write test scripts.
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Test your framework and iterate on its design.
Create a test automation plan
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Develop a comprehensive test automation plan, demonstrating your ability to apply course concepts and plan for effective test execution.
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Define the scope and objectives of your test automation.
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Identify the resources and tools you will need.
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Develop a test plan and schedule.
Contribute to an open-source test automation project
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Gain practical experience in test automation by contributing to real-world projects, enhancing your skills and portfolio.
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Identify an open-source test automation project that aligns with your interests.
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Review the project's documentation and codebase.
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Identify areas where you can contribute.
Read 'Agile Testing' by Lisa Crispin and Janet Gregory
Show steps
Gain insights into agile testing principles and practices, enriching your understanding of test automation in agile environments.
View
Agile Testing Condensed: A Brief Introduction
on Amazon
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of the book.
- Read the book and take notes.
- Summarize and reflect on key concepts.
Learn the basics of test automation
Show steps
Build a solid foundation in test automation concepts and principles to enhance your understanding of the course materials.
Show steps
- Enroll in an online tutorial or course on test automation.
- Follow the tutorials and complete the exercises.
- Apply what you learn to a small-scale project.
Organize and review course materials
Show steps
Enhance your understanding of the course concepts by organizing and reviewing key materials.
Show steps
- Gather all relevant course materials.
- Create a system for organizing the materials.
- Review the materials regularly.
Practice writing test cases
Show steps
Sharpen your skills in identifying and writing effective test cases, which are crucial for successful test automation.
Show steps
- Identify a set of requirements or user stories.
- Write test cases for each requirement or user story.
- Review and refine your test cases.
Discuss test automation strategies with peers
Show steps
Engage in knowledge exchange and gain diverse perspectives on test automation strategies, broadening your understanding of the topic.
Show steps
- Join or organize a study group or online forum.
- Share your experiences and insights.
- Seek feedback and learn from others.
Build a test automation framework
Show steps
Gain hands-on experience in designing and implementing a test automation framework, solidifying your understanding of the course concepts.
Show steps
- Choose a programming language and test automation tools.
- Design the architecture of your framework.
- Implement the framework and write test scripts.
- Test your framework and iterate on its design.
Create a test automation plan
Show steps
Develop a comprehensive test automation plan, demonstrating your ability to apply course concepts and plan for effective test execution.
Show steps
- Define the scope and objectives of your test automation.
- Identify the resources and tools you will need.
- Develop a test plan and schedule.
Contribute to an open-source test automation project
Show steps
Gain practical experience in test automation by contributing to real-world projects, enhancing your skills and portfolio.
Show steps
- Identify an open-source test automation project that aligns with your interests.
- Review the project's documentation and codebase.
- Identify areas where you can contribute.
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