Policy Item 2

Exploring the Advantages of Testing Through Automation

Testing through automation refers to the practice of using specialized software tools to control the execution of tests and the comparison of actual outcomes with predicted outcomes. This approach offers numerous advantages over manual testing. Here are some key benefits:

1. Efficiency and Speed: Automated tests can be executed much faster than manual tests. Once automated tests are created, they can be run repeatedly at no additional cost and much faster than human users.
2. Consistency: Automated testing is more reliable and less prone to errors than manual testing. Automated tests perform the same operations in the same manner each time they are executed, removing the risk of human error.
3. Increased Test Coverage: Automation allows testers to execute thousands of complex test cases during every test run, providing coverage that is not feasible with manual testing. It enables testing across