Run Focused Tests, Deliver Faster: A Detailed Explanation
Test optimization empowers managers to dramatically reduce test execution time and accelerate release cycles by selecting only the most critical tests to run. This targeted approach focuses on areas directly impacted by code changes, significantly reducing the number of tests needed compared to running the entire test suite. This translates to faster feedback loops and quicker iterations, enabling managers to deliver new features and bug fixes to users more frequently.
Step-by-Step Tutorial
1. Integrate and Configure
Follow the Test Optimization instructions to integrate and configure it within your environment.
Target your testing frameworks that contains your testing bottlenecks (e.g., regression tests).
2. Monitor and Manage
For Manual Tests: Review the tool's recommendations for test selection after code changes occur.
Prioritize: Based on business needs and risk assessments, choose the most critical tests from the recommended list.
3. Analyze and Refine
Analyze test results and identify any critical issues requiring further investigation or code adjustments.
Feedback Loop: As your team gains experience with test optimization, refine the tool's recommendations and improve its effectiveness over time, by settings the right policies.
With focused test execution, managers can accelerate release cycles and deliver software updates to users quicker.
