Workflow Templates: Automated Testing Checklist

Define the scope and goals of automated tests.

Select the right tools and frameworks that align with the technology stack.

Identify critical paths and functionalities to prioritize in testing.

Configure a dedicated test environment that mimics the production system.

Establish continuous integration and deployment pipelines for test execution.

Ensure data management practices are in place for test data.

Follow a naming convention for test cases that reflects their purpose.

Design tests to be independent and idempotent to allow for reliable parallel execution.

Implement proper error handling and logging within test scripts.

Run tests on different environments (development, staging, production-like) to ensure portability.

Use headless browsers for faster execution of UI tests where appropriate.

Monitor and collect metrics on test execution times and flakiness.

Set up a dashboard for real-time reporting of test results.

Implement alerting mechanisms for test failures to notify relevant stakeholders.

Regularly review test results to identify patterns and areas for improvement.

Regularly review and update tests to align with new features and code changes.

Refactor tests to reduce complexity and improve maintainability.

Evaluate test coverage metrics to identify gaps and redundancies in testing.

Automated Testing Checklist