Test optimization empowers QA engineers and manual testers by providing focused test recommendations, leading to faster and more efficient testing cycles. By analyzing code changes, the tool identifies tests impacted by those changes, allowing testers to:
Prioritize critical tests: Focus their efforts on tests directly linked to the modified code sections, ensuring thorough coverage of areas most likely to be affected.
Streamline testing process: Eliminate the need to review and execute irrelevant tests, saving valuable time and resources.
Increase efficiency: With a targeted approach, testers achieve higher test coverage within shorter timeframes, allowing them to dedicate more time to exploratory testing or other critical tasks.
Step-by-Step Tutorial
1. Setting Up
Note!This step is relevant only if you are going to report tests with the chrome extension.Install the SeaLights Chrome Extension:
Go to the Chrome store and search for "SeaLights Chrome extension".
Download and install the extension on all testers' computers.
Pin the extension to your Chrome bar for easy access.
Copy the extension token from the SeaLights UI:
Go to Settings > Integrations > Browser Extension Token.
Copy the token to your clipboard.
Open the extension settings and paste the copied token.
2. Reporting Manual Tests
You can report manual tests in two ways (or use SeaLights APIs to send data directly frrom your manual testing management system):
Option 1: Using the Chrome Extension
Open the extension and click "Start manual test".
Choose how to specify the tests:
Single Test: Enter the test stage, suite, and name.
Test List: Upload a CSV file containing test names (one per line).
Recommendations: Use the TIA engine's recommendations for the current build.
Run Tests:
Single Test:
Enter test information and click "Save".
Test List / Recommendations:
Select tests you want to run (uncheck unwanted ones).
Add new tests or change their order.
Click "Close".
Click "Start" to begin the test execution.
Completing Test Execution:
After the test, click "Stop".
Enter the test result (pass/fail).
Click "Submit and done" to save the test and enter the next one.
For test lists, click "Submit and start next test".
Option 2: Using the Manual Tests Wizard
Go to the "Test Optimization" tab in SeaLights UI.
Click "New Manual Tests".
Follow the same steps as with the Chrome extension (described above).
3. Viewing Reported Tests:
You can view the reported tests in the "Test Optimization" page under the branch and test stage.
By following these steps and leveraging SeaLights, you can achieve faster, more focused manual testing, ultimately achieving higher efficiency and quality in your testing process.
