Test Planning: Collaborating with the development team and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, define test objectives, and create a comprehensive test plan.
Test Script Development: Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts using suitable programming languages and testing frameworks. This involves identifying test scenarios, creating test cases, and implementing efficient and robust scripts.
Test Execution: Executing automated test scripts to validate software functionality, identify defects, and ensure adherence to specifications. This may involve running tests on different platforms, browsers, or devices.
Test Framework Maintenance: Regularly updating and enhancing the automation test framework to accommodate new features, technologies, and changes in the application under test.
Defect Reporting and Tracking: Identifying, documenting, and reporting software defects using bug tracking tools. Automation QA professionals collaborate with developers and other stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of issues.
Test Result Analysis: Analyzing test results, identifying trends, and providing meaningful insights to the development team. This involves identifying areas of improvement and suggesting corrective actions.