An Overview of
TestOptimal
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Learning Objectives
- High level understanding of MBT development process
- Differences between state-based model and
combinatorial model
What is TestOptimal?
TestOptimal is a model-based platform for:
- test design
- test automation
- process automation
What do you mean byModel-Based?
Model-Based?
Model is the core to the development process, together with algorihtms, it is used to:
- generate test cases
- drive test automation
- build process automation path
TestOptimal is like a GPS unit and model is the map.
What is a model?
Model is an abstracted notation that describes
the behaviour of the target system.
TestOptimal supports:
- State-based model - state machine / state diagram
- Combinatorial model - variable table
State-based Model
Sequencer (algorithm) is used to explore different paths to get a drink (test design) or find a (shortest) path to a specific state to perform action (process automation).
Combinatorial Model
Combinatorial algorithm, e.g. pairwise, is used to generate minimum number
of permutations to cover all possible paired combinations.
Iterative Development Process
Each iteration to match a sprint in agile development. New requirements are
incorporated into model(s) and test cases are automatically regenerated from the updated model(s).
State Model: Modeling
Use graphical modeling to create the model:
create states and transitions using toolbar
State Model
Generate Path
Select a sequencer, run the model, view generated test
cases /
test paths in RESULT tab.
test paths in RESULT tab.
State Model
Automation Scripting
In SCRIPT tab enter your automation script (groovy) and use plugins
to interact with target system. BBD freetext style scripting is also supported.
to interact with target system. BBD freetext style scripting is also supported.
State Model
Execution
Re-run model to re-generate test cases and see your automation script driving
target system. If needed, pause and step through your model or run dynamic scripts
to assess model execution and targe system state.
target system. If needed, pause and step through your model or run dynamic scripts
to assess model execution and targe system state.
State Model
Analysis
Review model excution stats, results and detailed test cases in RESULT tab.
Combinatorial Model
Modeling
Add varialbes and set domain values to test. Use script to
auto-calculate expected premium to be used to verify the results.
Combinatorial Model
Generate DataTable
Select an algorigthm, run the model, view generated test
cases in DataTable.
Combinatorial Model
Automation Scripting
In SCRIPT tab enter your automation script (groovy) and use plugins
to interact with target system.
to interact with target system.
Combinatorial Model
Execution
In EXECUTE tab, run model to execute your automation script to test
each test case in DataTable. Results can be downloaded in tab delimited file.
each test case in DataTable. Results can be downloaded in tab delimited file.
Handling of Changes
Changes are handled through adjustment to the models:
- State model: add/remove states and transitions
- Combinatorial model: add/remove variables
- Re-generate test cases and test paths
- Add necessary automation scripts
- Re-execute model with automation script to perform testing
Summary
TestOptimal is a platform that allows you to perform model-based test design and test/process automation in the same IDE environment.
Additional capabilities include:
Additional capabilities include:
- integration with ALM process
- repurposing models for load and stress testing
- tracking KPI of your testing process
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