What is automation Framework?

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A test automation framework is a set of assumptions,
concepts, and practices that provide support for automated
software testing. This article describes and demonstrates
five basic frameworks.


There is no hard and fast rule to use a specific Automation
frame work. It all depends on your project needs, here are
some info on the same.

Data Driven approach is suitable for applications that have
limited functionality but large number of variations in
terms of test data.

Functional Framework is suitable for applications that have
variety of functionality but limited variations in terms of
test data.

Hybrid Test Automation Framework is suitable for
applications that have variety of functionality and larger
number of variations in terms of test data.

Record, enhance and play back methodology is suitable to
convert small to medium size manual scripts into equivalent
automation scripts - one to one basis.

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