Problem Statement

Organizations advancing their DevOps programs often face challenges in achieving effective test automation. Common issues include reliance on manual testing, failed automation attempts, high licensing costs, and lack of integration with test management tools. These challenges delay deployments, increase risks, and hinder productivity.

Solution

Elyxor developed the Elyxor Test Automation Platform (ETAP) as an accelerator for implementing robust test automation. ETAP bridges application test suites with test data, tools, and reporting, enabling consistent and reusable automation frameworks.

Key Features

• Multi-Language Support: Compatible with Java, Python, and .NET.

• Test Engine Integration: Works with TestNG, Cucumber, and PyTest.

• Seamless CI/CD Integration: Connects with CI tools and versioning systems to enhance DevOps adoption.

• Pre-Built Libraries: Simplifies test suite configuration and test data management.

• Vorteks Dashboard Integration: Centralizes pipeline metrics for visibility, quality auditing, and deployment control.

Results

ETAP delivers significant benefits when combined with Elyxor’s CI/CD implementation:

• Reduced risk from deployment errors and misconfigurations.

• Increased stability and speed of automated deployments.

• Faster time to market with higher release velocity.

• Elimination of manual testing activities, boosting efficiency and ROI.

Best Practices

Elyxor recommends:

• Developing a test data strategy for continuous execution.

• Automating nightly builds and test executions.

• Establishing quality standards through test management tools.

• Integrating tests into continuous delivery as code.

Vorteks Dashboard Benefits

The Elyxor Vorteks Dashboard provides enhanced visibility and control:

• Full pipeline visibility and auditing.

• Enforcement of quality policies with flexible integration.

• Scalability from single projects to enterprise deployments.

Tech Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: Java, Python, .NET, TestNG, Cucumber.

• Platforms: Elyxor Vorteks, CI/CD pipelines, custom automation scripts.