Week 11: Capstone Project
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Introduction to the Capstone Project
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Welcome, class! This week, we're diving into the Capstone Project. Can anyone tell me what a Capstone Project generally entails?
Isnβt it a final project that summarizes everything we've learned?
Exactly! This project will integrate both manual and automation testing. We'll work on a web app, developing various test cases. What do you think is the first step in getting started?
Writing a test plan?
Correct! The test plan outlines the testing scope and objectives. It's essential for structured testing. What key elements do you think we should include in our test plan?
Testing scope, resources, and schedule?
Yes, those are vital components! Remember, a well-crafted test plan serves as a roadmap for our testing activities.
And it helps everyone know what to expect from the project!
Spot on! Let's summarize: the Capstone Project requires a clear test plan, which includes the scope, objectives, and resources.
Creating Manual Test Cases
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Now that we have our test plan, what comes next?
Writing manual test cases!
Right! Each of you will create ten manual test cases. What makes a good test case?
It should be clear and cover different scenarios.
Exactly! A well-defined test case includes an ID, description, steps to execute, and expected results. Can anyone give me an example of a manual test case?
Verify user login with valid credentials?
Perfect! Itβs important to think about both different user scenarios and edge cases. How will test case outcomes guide our next actions?
They help us know what features are working and where there are issues.
Correct! Testing reports back to our test plan and informs our next steps effectively.
Automating Test Cases with Selenium
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Now, letβs transition into automation! What do we use for automating tests?
Selenium!
Correct! Selenium allows us to automate the web app testing process. Can someone explain what the Page Object Model (POM) is?
Itβs a design pattern that helps organize test code and makes it reusable.
Exactly! POM improves maintainability and readability of your test scripts. Can anyone tell me how we can approach writing an automated test case?
We begin by setting up the Selenium WebDriver and writing the test script with our test case logic?
Yes, thatβs correct! Good job! Remember, after automating, we need to run the tests and consider the outcomes as part of our testing process.
Logging Defects in JIRA
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After testing, some of you might find defects. How do we manage these defects?
By logging them in JIRA!
Correct! JIRA will help us manage and track our defects. What information is crucial to include when logging a defect?
A summary, steps to reproduce, and expected vs. actual results!
Exactly! Thorough details in defect reports improve the chances of quick resolutions. Why is it crucial to log defects properly?
So developers can easily understand and fix them!
Absolutely! A clear defect log also helps track testing efficiencies and ensures transparency in communications among team members.
Final Reporting of Test Results
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Finally, once all testing is done, how do we summarize our findings?
By creating a test report!
Correct! What should this report include?
Test cases executed, defects found, and overall outcomes.
Yes! This report will not only provide insights but serves as documentation for future reference. Why do you think itβs important to keep records of test outcomes?
For accountability and to inform future projects!
Exactly! Keeping our documentations supports continuous improvement in testing processes.
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In Week 11, learners engage in a Capstone Project where they conduct manual and automated testing of a web app, creating test documentation and logging defects. This hands-on experience integrates the skills and concepts learned throughout the course.
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Week 11: Capstone Project
In this week, students participate in a comprehensive Capstone Project which serves as a culmination of their learning experience throughout the course. The project focuses on both manual and automated testing processes involving a web application. Over the course of five days, students will engage in several key activities:
- Test Plan Development: Students begin by writing a detailed test plan tailored to the web application under inspection. The plan should outline the testing scope, objectives, resources required, and a schedule to ensure structured testing.
- Manual Test Case Creation: Each student is tasked with creating ten distinct manual test cases, which aim to cover various functionalities of the web app, ensuring comprehensive testing. This includes form submissions, user interactions, and feature validations.
- Automation of Test Cases: Using Selenium and the Page Object Model (POM), students automate three of the prepared test cases. This aspect emphasizes the transition from manual testing methodologies to automated frameworks, ensuring efficiency and repetition capability.
- Defect Logging: During the testing phase, students will encounter bugs or defects, which they will log in JIRA. This practice is crucial for understanding defect management and communicating issues effectively within a development team.
- Test Reporting: Finally, students will compile a test report summarizing their findings, which will include details about executed test cases, identified defects, and overall testing outcomes.
This Capstone Project allows students to synthesize their knowledge and demonstrate the practical application of concepts learned throughout the previous weeks, solidifying their understanding of Quality Assurance processes.
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Capstone Project Overview
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Students perform manual and automated testing for a web app, documenting test cases, defects, and automation scripts.
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In the capstone project, students apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the previous weeks to conduct both manual and automated testing. They will select a web application, write down the test cases which outline what to test, report any defects they find, and create scripts for automated testing. This comprehensive approach helps prepare students for real-world scenarios where theyβll need to verify the functionality of software using both manual methods and automation tools.
Examples & Analogies
Think of the capstone project like a final exam for a cooking class. Over the course, students learned various techniques like chopping, frying, and baking, and now they must prepare a full meal. They will choose recipes (the web app), prepare a list of ingredients (test cases), and ensure the final dish satisfies the taste tests (document defects and scripts). Just as a chef must ensure every element of the meal works together, students must ensure every feature of the web app functions correctly.
Documentation Requirements
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Exercise: 1. Write a test plan and ten manual test cases. 2. Automate three test cases using Selenium and POM. 3. Log defects in JIRA and generate a test report.
Detailed Explanation
The capstone project requires students to create several documentation pieces: a test plan that outlines the scope, objectives, resources, and key deliverables for the testing process; ten manual test cases that detail step-by-step processes to verify the app's functionality; and automation of at least three test cases leveraging Selenium and Page Object Model (POM). In addition to creating these documents, students will log any defects they find in JIRA, a widely used bug tracking tool, and compile a final test report summarizing their findings.
Examples & Analogies
Consider this documentation process like planning a party. A test plan would be akin to the event layout: it includes details like guest lists (features to test), meal choices (testing objectives), and plans for setup (resources and timelines). Writing ten manual test cases is like creating a schedule of activities for the event, ensuring every moment is planned. Automating three tasks with Selenium is similar to setting up a music playlist that will run on its own during the party, allowing the host to focus on entertaining guests. Logging defects in JIRA is like taking note of any problems (like a dish burning or missing decoration) so they can be resolved before the big day.
Key Concepts
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Manual Testing: The process of testing a system or application by hand, verifying that the software behaves as expected.
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Automated Testing: The process of using software tools to execute tests automatically, enhancing testing efficiency.
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Defect Logging: The practice of documenting bugs found during testing and tracking their resolution.
Examples & Applications
Creating a test plan for an e-commerce web application including scope, objectives, and resources.
Writing a manual test case that verifies whether a user can log into a web application successfully.
Automating a login test using Selenium to input user credentials and check successful login.
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Rhymes
To get your project in line, a test plan's just fine! It sets the scope, with objectives that hope, and resources to shine.
Stories
Imagine youβre a QA superhero preparing for battle. You need a detailed roadmap (test plan) to guide you in testing the features of an online store where user satisfaction is your ultimate goal!
Memory Tools
RIDE: Remember to Identify, Document, and Execute your tests in the Capstone Project.
Acronyms
P.O.M for Page Object Model helps you in Automating tests with organization
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Glossary
- Capstone Project
A comprehensive project that integrates all learning elements into a practical scenario.
- Test Plan
A document that outlines the scope, objectives, and procedures for testing.
- Manual Test Case
A document that describes the process for manually testing a feature.
- Automation
The use of technology to execute tests and manage testing processes automatically.
- Selenium
An open-source framework used for automating web applications.
- JIRA
A popular project management tool used for issue and defect tracking.
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