More often than not, I have seen people going for test automation just because they want to go for this exciting buzzword. It is generally realized in the very end that automation has not given intended returns.I would suggest that before even thinking of Automation a thorough study of your application/system/module should be performed.
The following types of test cases are preferred (but not limited to) choice for automation:
- Tests that need to run for every build.
- Tests that use multiple data values for same action.
- Identical tests that need to be executed using different browsers
- Test Cases that will only be executed once.
- Test Cases used for Ad-hoc/random Testing.
- Test Cases that are infrequently selected for execution.
- Test Cases that will require manual intervention ie a task not possible to automate.
- The most imp. one--based on the intuition and knowledge of application. Eg. if you find that you cannot escape from manual intervention.
Above all the effort required to develop and maintain the automated scripts should be weighed against the resources (no of hours, budget) that task would take while manual execution. The amount of changes the application undergoes from one build to another should also be taken into account while choosing for test automation.
If an app undergoes drastic changes that means most time will be exhausted in maintaining the scripts. These apps are then considered bad choice for automation.
Considering the above points Return On Investment (ROI) should be calculated and this should be the single most important criterion while going for Test Automation.
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20 comments:
Hi! I am Pavan Turlapati. I do not where to post my question but I need an urgent answer :)
1)I have to get all the built-in environment variables using a script.
2)I want to connect to SQL Server 2005 Database through scripting.
Please help me in finding a solution to my questions.
HI PAVAN,
QTP is used to Automate the Windows and Web Based Applications using Microsoft Technologies.
do u think that we USE QTP for SQL SERVER 2005 Data MIgaration Also?
Kishore.T
Can we automate Console Desktop based applications using QTP?
As always, there are exceptions to the rule. We have a script that is run every build, that requires a high level of accuracy, and so was perfect for automation. However, one of the steps was a visual check of a printout, and so required manual intervention.
Despite this, the ROI of automating 95% of the script and the remaining 5% to be picked up as a manual check meant that it was submitted as a candidate for automation.
Anyone has steps to logon into DATABASE (SQL SERVER) and verify the retrieved info using QTP scripts.
hi
can any body tell me how to check web applications using qtp? can anybody post a mercury sample webapplication link to test?
Hi,
This is Rajani. I am a Manual Test Analyst. I want to learn QTP. I have theoritical knowledge in QTP but I don't know how to write my own scripts. can you please help me how can I learn scripting.
Which site or link is the best to learn from the Begining.
Email: raj_rajani3@yahoo.com
Hi,
This is Ravi,My compnay intrested to buy the QTP Tool, I couldn't find the correct result,plese share that imformation if anybody knows.
thanks
Ravi
ravikumar.vemula@gmail.com
Hi Ankur,
I am working in testing field since 3 years. I am PLanning to learn QTP 9.5. I need your help in this. Can you please help how to proceed?
Thanks In Advance,
Priyanka
@padma: You can refer the beginners guide to QTP
Hi
i m beginer of QTP
I am interested in knowing about the QuickTest Professional 9.0 Specialist Exam. I want to know about
1) cost of the exam
2) is it a web based
3) what kind of questions will be asked like is it a multiple choice or theory or practical
4)How much knowledge do you need in qtp to crack this exam.
Please email me at dvc_dipali@yahoo.com
If you live in Northern VA area and want to learn QTP contact me at kdildil@aol.com I know someone
Hi Ankur,
Can we automate an application which fully customizable, here i hav an web application in which all the field names(attributes) can be customized , where in a user can hide the fields and add/rename field name. please suggest me whether can go for automation for such application ,if yes plz suggest me how to go. awaiting for ur response
please respond me at ramesh16j@gmail.com
i m beginer of QTP. I want to learn QTP. I want to use it in one of our Web application. Please Guide me, how should i start from?
Please give me material for read.
Stalin here,
I have theoritical knowledge in QTP based on the courses..but I don't know how to write my own scripts. can you please help me how can I learn scripting.
which site or link has more info about the scripts...please help
Hi Ankur,
I want to do QTP certification, so can you give me following information:
1) cost of the exam
2) what kind of questions will be asked like is it a multiple choice or theory or practical
4)How much knowledge do you need in qtp to crack this exam.
please mail me at kgirish2k@yahoo.com
thanks in advance
Hi,
i am working in the testing field since 2 years, i only know the basic of QTP like to record script, to use data table, but i am very much confuse in selecting the project for automation, my company usually makes, social networking or Ecommerec site kind of site, please help me out,
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
I have quesion on QTP.
I Have Java Applet Application.I tried QTP to record and Run the script.
I have installed QTP with Java addin.But i am unable to record the complete script.If any new Dialog pops up then QTP is not recording in Web Addin and with JAva Addin its not at all recording any thg.
Can please help me to record and run my Applet application?
Hi,
This is Naresh, i am working as manual test analyst. i want to learn QTP tool.i need help in this..
Can any body help in this..
Please mail me at prince1984n@yahoo.com
HI this is sangee
i am a fresher... working in testing field
would liek to learn atleast QTP basics.. its very urgent
can any one help me with the documents and the tutorial..
could not find the easy one.. so if any one have .. plz mail thosz details,,,,
my mail id is sangee.gk@hotmail.com
sangee.kala@gmail.com
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