Introduction to Test Automation

What is Test Automation:
Test Automation or Automation Testing is a method of automating execution of tests and then 

compares actual test results with predicted or expected results using special software.

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Test automation means using a software tool to run repeatable tests against the application to be

tested.

Advantages of Automation Testing:

1. Faster execution and rapid feedback to developers
2. Supports regression testing.
3. Frequent execution and gives accurate results.
4. Lesser Investment in Human Resources (Better ROI)
5. Disciplined documentation of test cases
6. Customized defect reporting
7. Running tests anytime, anywhere un-attended
8. Better Test Coverage
9. Support for Agile and extreme development methodologies

Tools used for Automation Testing:
Below are some of the tools used for Test Automation

1. Selenium (Open Source or Free ware) - Owned by Thougtworks
2. UFT (Unified Functional Testing) (formerly QTP) (Commercial) – Owned by HP
3. RFT (Rational Functional Tester)(Commercial) - Owned by IBM
4. TestComplete (Commercial) – Owned by SmartBear Software
5. Ranorex (Commercial) – Owned by Ranorex