Workflow Templates: Integration Testing Checklist

Ensure all the necessary hardware and software requirements are met for the integration environment

Configure the network settings to match the production environment as closely as possible

Set up the integration database with the proper schema and any required seed data

Create detailed test data that covers all the scenarios that will be tested

Ensure test data includes edge cases and boundary conditions

Review and update test data regularly to keep it relevant and comprehensive

Review existing test cases for unit and system testing to ensure coverage

Write integration test cases that focus on the interaction between components

Automate test scripts where possible to increase efficiency and repeatability

Identify all external and internal dependencies that could affect the integration tests

Ensure all dependent services, APIs, and modules are available and stable

Have a strategy to mock or stub out unavailable dependencies

Execute integration tests in a sequence that reflects the real-world usage and dependencies

Monitor system resources, performance, and error logs during the tests

Use continuous integration tools to schedule and automate test runs

Record test results systematically and ensure they are easy to access and interpret

Analyze failures to identify the root cause, whether it be code defects or environment issues

Communicate results to the relevant stakeholders and update issue tracking systems

Integration Testing Checklist