Chart Data Sources
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Custom Builder charts start with a data source. The selected data source controls which fields are available for the X axis, Y axis, and chart type.
Repository
Section titled “Repository”Repository charts focus on test case structure and coverage.
Supported fields include:
- Priority
- Severity
- Test Type
- Automation Status
- Count
Use Repository charts to review test case mix, automation coverage, priority distribution, and severity distribution.
Executions
Section titled “Executions”Execution charts focus on testing activity and result outcomes.
Supported areas include:
- Test cases
- Status
- Priority
- Severity
- Test Type
- Automation Status
- Defects
- Requirements
- Count
Use Execution charts to review execution progress, result distribution, linked defect pressure, and requirement coverage during testing.
Requirements
Section titled “Requirements”Requirement charts focus on coverage and traceability.
Supported areas include:
- Test cases
- Defects
- Status
- Priority
- Severity
- Test Type
- Automation Status
- Count
Use Requirement charts to find requirements with large test coverage, weak automation coverage, or linked defect pressure.
Defects
Section titled “Defects”Defect charts focus on quality risk and defect distribution.
Supported fields include:
- Status
- Severity
- Priority
- Count
Use Defect charts to review open defect pressure, severity mix, and priority distribution.
Chart Type Availability
Section titled “Chart Type Availability”Chart type options change based on the selected data source and fields. For example:
- Count-based fields often support bar, pie, or doughnut charts.
- Comparisons between two fields often support bar, line, or stacked bar charts.
- Trend-focused Smart Insights may use specialized time-based charts.
If a chart type is not available, choose a different field combination.
Next Steps
Section titled “Next Steps”- Create charts with Create Charts
- Review chart behavior in Charts Overview
- Manage charts with Manage Charts