#Test Runs Best Practices & Use Cases

#Test Run Planning

1. Clear Naming: Use descriptive names that indicate what is being tested
2. Scope Definition: Define what the test run covers
3. Test Case Selection: Select appropriate test cases for the scope
4. Documentation: Use descriptions to document test run purpose

#Test Case Selection

1. Comprehensive Coverage: Include all relevant test cases
2. Use Test Suites: Leverage test suites for organized test case groups
3. Link Requirements: Include test cases from requirements for traceability
4. Manual Selection: Add specific test cases as needed

#Execution Management

1. Regular Execution: Execute test cases regularly
2. Status Updates: Keep test case status current
3. Detailed Results: Record detailed results and failure information
4. Attachments: Add screenshots and files for failed tests

#Assignment

1. Distribute Work: Assign test cases to distribute work evenly
2. Clear Ownership: Ensure each test case has an assigned owner
3. Reassignment: Reassign test cases as needed
4. Collaboration: Use comments for team communication

#Use Cases

#Feature Testing

1. Create a test run for a specific feature
2. Select test cases related to the feature
3. Assign test cases to team members
4. Execute and record results
5. Monitor progress and completion

#Regression Testing

1. Create a regression test run
2. Include test cases from regression test suites
3. Execute all test cases
4. Track failures and blockers
5. Report regression issues

#Release Validation

1. Create test run for release validation
2. Include test cases from release requirements
3. Execute critical test cases
4. Monitor completion and results
5. Validate release readiness

#Sprint Testing

1. Create test run for sprint
2. Include test cases for sprint features
3. Assign and execute throughout sprint
4. Track sprint completion
5. Report sprint testing results

#Tips for Effective Test Run Management

#Organization

• Use consistent naming conventions for test runs
• Group related test runs together conceptually
• Keep test run descriptions up to date
• Document the purpose of each test run

#Execution

• Execute test cases in a logical order
• Update status regularly during execution
• Record detailed results for failures
• Add attachments for visual issues

#Collaboration

• Assign test cases appropriately
• Use comments for team communication
• Share execution notes and findings
• Coordinate with team members

#Reporting

• Use analytics to track progress
• Export reports for stakeholders
• Document findings and issues
• Track completion rates

#Common Pitfalls to Avoid

1. Vague Descriptions: Always include clear descriptions
2. Incomplete Execution: Don’t leave test cases unexecuted
3. Missing Details: Record detailed results for failures
4. Poor Assignment: Assign test cases to appropriate team members
5. No Documentation: Document test run purpose and findings

#Next Steps

• Learn about Running Tests to understand test execution in detail
• Explore Test Results to analyze execution results
• Check out Test Suites to organize test cases for test runs
• Review Requirements to link requirements to test runs