Automation Testing

Execution Process:

1. Manual Testing:Testers manually execute test cases without using any automation tools. Testers interact with the application, observe results, and log defects.

2. Automation Testing:Test cases are executed with the help of automated testing tools and scripts. Automation tools simulate user interactions with the software.

Speed and Efficiency:

• Manual Testing:

  • Slower compared to automation.

  • Time-consuming for repetitive and large test suites.

• Automation Testing:

  • Faster execution, especially for repetitive tasks.

  • Efficient for regression testing and large-scale test suites.

Reusability:

• Manual Testing:

  • Test cases need to be executed manually each time.

  • Limited reusability of manual test scripts.

• Automation Testing:

  • Test scripts can be reused across different test cycles.

  • Higher reusability, particularly for regression testing.

Human Intervention:

• Manual Testing:

  • Requires human intervention to explore and identify new scenarios.

  • Suitable for exploratory testing and usability testing.

• Automation Testing:

  • Lacks human intuition and creativity.

  • Best for repetitive and well-defined scenarios.

Skill Set:

• Manual Testing:

  • Relies on manual skills and domain knowledge.

  • Testers need good analytical and observational skills.

• Automation Testing:

  • Requires programming and scripting skills.

  • Testers need to be proficient in using automation tools.

Suitability:

• Manual Testing:

  • Ideal for ad-hoc testing, usability testing, and exploratory testing.

  • Initial testing when the application is evolving rapidly.

• Automation Testing:

  • Suitable for repetitive tasks, regression testing, and large-scale projects.

  • Stable applications with less frequent changes.