Overcoming Top Challenges with In-Sprint Test Automation.pdf
- 1. OVERCOMING TOP CHALLENGES WITH IN-SPRINT TEST AUTOMATION Challenge: Continuous testing necessitates alignment between development and testing. Solution: Establish acceptance criteria promptly with product owners. Simultaneously develop test cases for timely testing. LAST MINUTE MODIFICATIONS LACK OF INFORMATION ON USER STORIES REPEATED REGRESSION CYCLES DEFINITION OF DONE Challenge: Mid-sprint requirement changes disrupt testing scope and execution. Solution: Adjust management processes for flexibility. Share test progress to guide decision-making while maintaining quality. Challenge: Unclear user stories impede test case creation. Solution: Start testing with high-level scenarios, maintaining context for effective testing despite evolving details. WRONG ESTIMATION OF STORIES Challenge: Underestimating story complexity leads to delays. Solution: Prioritize understanding story dependencies and allocate adequate time for testing critical aspects. Challenge: Continuous feature additions cause manual testing regression issues. Solution: Employ in-sprint automation tools for regression testing. Ensure basic functionality with automated checks. Challenge: Uncertain task completion criteria cause interpretation discrepancies. Solution: Define clear 'Done' parameters for tasks, ensuring team alignment. Monitor quality consistently for consistency. CONTINUOUS TESTING www.ghostqa.com Clear Requirements and Expectations Ensure user stories contain comprehensive acceptance criteria. Regularly communicate and clarify expectations with stakeholders to minimize ambiguity. Adaptability and Communication Foster a culture of flexibility to accommodate changes. Encourage open communication among team members to address evolving requirements. 1 4 5 Skill Development and Training Invest in training sessions to enhance technical skills. Facilitate knowledge sharing and mentorship to bridge skill gaps within the team. Continuous Improvement Implement feedback loops to identify areas for improvement. Regularly review and refine testing processes to adapt to changing project requirements. Test Automation Framework Selection Evaluate and choose automation frameworks that align with project goals. Prioritize frameworks that offer scalability, flexibility, and support for various testing types. 3 2 How to Overcome These Challenges