sandy

• Jun 4th, 2005

 

Yes i support automation because it simulates user actions.

goksn

 Profile Answers by goksn 

• Aug 28th, 2009

 

The question is very generic. The answer is "It depends upon the context and the nature of the project".

Automation of the test execution is possible if

- If it is really a value addition by software test automation to the overall test execution of the project.
- If some test activity cannot be done manually and can be done only through automation and if the test activity has the potential to find bugs.
- If the project management/time / tool expertise / budget suppports it.
- If the project is mature enough to accept the automation (without much change to GUI).
- If automation tool supports the project technically

If project satisfies all the conditions, then automation is advisable, because, it

-reduces cost
-Executes large amount of test case execution within limited time without human intervention
-Management can have the confidence on health of the project