CQAA February Speaker Program 

Optimizing Modular Test Automation  
Speaker: David Dang

Tueesday, February 16, 2010 – 1:00 to 4:00 PM

 
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Program Overview
Many companies have recognized the value of test automation frameworks. Appropriate test automation frameworks maximize ROI on automation tools and minimize script maintenance. One of the most common frameworks is the modular test automation approach. This approach uses the same concept as software development: building components or modules shared within an application. For test automation, the modular approach decomposes the application under test into functions or modules. The functions or modules are linked together to form automated test cases. While this approach encourages reusability and maintainability, there are many challenges that must be considered and addressed at the start of a project. This presentation will address these challenges. 

Key Concepts
The following concepts will be covered as a part of this presentation:    Discuss the components of a modular test automation approach

  • Discuss the components of a modular test automation approach
  • Identify the benefits of a modular test automation framework
  • Identify the challenges of a modular test automation framework
  • Define best practices to optimize a modular test automation framework

    Learning Objectives
    The primary objective of this presentation is to instruct the QA group and test automation engineers on methods to properly implement modular test automation frameworks. Attendees will learn:

    • The components of a modular test automation approach. When the approach is best suited for use.
    • The benefits of a modular test automation framework: reusability and maintainability.
    • The challenges of a modular test automation framework: inflexibility, modular overlays 
    •  Optimizing a modular test automation approach using keywords and flags

         Program Speaker                                                                                                                              

        David Dang is a HP/Mercury Certified Instructor (CI) for QuickTest Professional, WinRunner, and Quality Center. As a recognized automation expert, David has provided automation strategy and implementation plans for numerous clients to maximize ROI and minimize script maintenance.  David has been a featured speaker on test automation and related topics at local and national QA and Testing conferences including Quality Assurance Institute (QAI), StarEast, STP Con and PSQT. 

        David received his B.S. in Management Information Systems and B.A. in Psychology from the University of Buffalo.

         
        Host and Location
        Siemens
        887 Deerfield Parkway, Room G1A
        Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
         
        Program Agenda
        1:00-1:30 Sign-in & Networking (please do not arrive before 1:00 pm)
        1:30-1:45 Welcome and CQAA Announcements
        1:45-4:00 Speaker Presentation (15 minute break at 2:45)
         
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