Workshop 1A | Designing Test Automation: Moving Beyond Regression by Rob Sabourin

This workshop, facilitated by Robert Sabourin, aims to equip participants with a problem-solving approach to enhance their test automation skills. Rather than focusing on mastering specific tools or technologies, the workshop explores various ways in which automation can support testing, showcasing its versatility in solving complex testing problems. With over 42 years of experience, Rob has successfully implemented a multitude of automation strategies in various projects, making him a valuable resource for those looking to build skills in test automation.

Speaker:

Key Workshop Themes:

1. Beyond Regression: While many practitioners associate test automation with regression testing, this workshop challenges that notion, illustrating that automation can be a valuable tool to address a wide array of testing challenges. The emphasis is on demonstrating that automation is not a replacement for testers but an enabling force.

2. Utility in Problem Solving: Explore how test automation can serve as an important utility in solving diverse testing problems. Real-world examples and case studies will be examined to illustrate how automation, when applied strategically, can effectively control and observe software under test.

3. Case Studies and Experience Reports: Rob will present case studies from recent projects, incorporating a blend of test automation tools and techniques to address complex testing issues. These case studies are rooted in professional task analysis, encompassing relevant business, technical, and organizational factors.

Teaching Approach:

– See it – A Bit of Show and Tell: Rob provides illustrative examples of test automation approaches, discussing the context, testing problems, and proposed solutions.

– Make it real – Case Studies and Experience Reports: Participants delve into case studies from recent project contexts, gaining insights into the practical application of test automation tools and techniques.

– Dynamic, Energetic, and Relevant: Rob fosters a dynamic and energetic learning environment, incorporating a mix of fun and education. Participants are encouraged to bring real-world project concerns, allowing Rob to select a broad range of relevant examples and case studies. Rob’s approach is not prescriptive; he shares practical solutions based on his extensive experience and that of his customers in various contexts.