Elunic's Web Testing Transformation: From Bugs to Brilliance

about company 

Elunic is a software company with more than 15 years of experience and a deep understanding of machine learning, artificial neural networks, visual quality control, and remote condition monitoring. The company specializes in the development of software for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as industrial corporations.

before  

The project was introduced to the market without undergoing a comprehensive testing process, and all testing was performed by an automation QA / Team Lead.

challenges and solutions  

We were hired for our expertise to enhance testing processes through a combination of automation and manual testing. Let us share with you some aspects of the work on this project.

features of the project   

This project used different testing approaches based on the requirements: Checklist, UI, GUI, and Exploratory Testing. These approaches were used to provide comprehensive functionality coverage and identify potential issues that may have yet to be noticeable using only the checklist.   

• Checklist Testing: As part of this testing, we developed a detailed checklist of test cases and scenarios that address the project's principal functional aspects and primary usage cases. 
• UI Testing: It was employed to confirm that the web platform's UI elements align with design specifications and that users can interact seamlessly with the interface. 
• GUI Testing: GUI testing was applied to confirm that the web application meets functional requirements and provides end-users with a positive and satisfying experience. 
• Exploratory Testing: We utilized exploratory testing for a more flexible and unstructured approach. This approach helps to identify usability concerns that scripted tests might not explicitly cover. 

technologies, tools, approaches  

Our team conducted manual and automated testing. We want to tell you about the technologies directly related to testing. 

• TypeScript was chosen as the automation language for its strong typing and support for modern JavaScript features. It enhances code quality and maintainability. 
• Chrome DevTools: Used for analyzing page elements, testing adaptability on various devices, and monitoring performance.  
• Cypress was chosen as the end-to-end testing framework for its emphasis on simplicity and speed.  
• GitLab served as the version control system for collaborative development. 
• GitLab Actions facilitated continuous integration, ensuring that automated tests ran seamlessly.  
• Qase.io was used as a test management tool, helping organize and manage test cases effectively. 

results  

• 200 test cases were created. More than 100 test cases were automated using advanced tools and frameworks. It increased efficiency and allowed for faster execution of test cases, saving time and resources. 
• 70 bug reports were documented. An understanding of existing issues, allowing for targeted and effective bug resolution to enhance the application's overall robustness. 
• The overall functionality and performance of the web application have significantly improved. As a result, a more reliable and smoother user experience for end-users leads to increased satisfaction and engagement.