Slowing Down to Speed Up:The Benefits of A Custom Automation Framework
With today’s shortened software release cycles, products need to be tested quickly and reliably. Automating tests is even more challenging as we are often building the next generation product even as we maintain the legacy products. Join Christine McGarry as she describes how she automated tests for dataset comparison for data stored in substantially differing SQL database schemas. Christine shares a case study on how the test automation strategy and tactics were defined for testing datasets output from distinct versions of an application. She provides insight into the reasons behind the decisions to create a custom automation framework, describes the test automation architecture and tooling on which the test system is built, and discusses the implementation hurdles that were overcome. Leave with an understanding of the advantages the entire development and test team experienced from having in place an automation framework for dataset comparison. Join Christine to discover ways that you can overcome similar test data automation challenges.
A passionate testing professional who currently works at Magnet Forensics, Christine McGarry came to the testing world via an unconventional path. Beginning with her study of the arts, she honed the critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills essential to success as a software tester. Christine then undertook technical studies that integrated practical experience before starting her career. She believes that a well-designed and well-thought out automation system is a huge advantage for both testers and developers. It allows the development team to have the freedom to experiment, get early feedback on new ideas, and develop the confidence to implement them into the products. Connect with Christine on LinkedIn.