Manage your Test Data in SimplifyQA

Data-Driven Testing (DDT) is a testing approach where the same test case is executed multiple times with different sets of input data. This helps in verifying how an application behaves under various data conditions, ensuring broader test coverage and improved accuracy.

How to Add Test Data in SimplifyQA

1. Navigate to the Test Case section from the left panel and open the test case you want to data-drive.

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Navigate to Test Data section from the left panel and open the test case you want to data drive.

1. Click on the Test Data icon to open the data management panel.

1. Click on "+ Data Row" to create a new test data set

   • Enter the input values required for each test iteration.

   • You can manually enter data or copy-paste from an external source like Excel.

1. Add data based on the environment you are working on.

Refer to Manage Test Data Environments to know how to create environments.

1. If you have a large dataset, you can Import the data from Excel.

2. Once data is added, save the test case and execute it. View the execution results in the Reports section.

Key Features of Data-Driven Testing in SimplifyQA

1. Running the Same Test Case with Multiple Data Iterations

   • Execute a single test case with different input values.

   • Automate repetitive testing scenarios without manually modifying test data.

   • Identify potential issues arising from boundary values, invalid inputs, and edge cases.

2. Testing Across Multiple Environments

   • Run tests across development, staging, and production environments using different datasets.

   • Validate test execution in varied configurations like browsers, OS versions, and APIs.

3. Copy-Pasting Data from Excel

   • Directly copy and paste test data from an Excel sheet into SimplifyQA.

   • Quick and efficient data entry without manual retyping.

4. Importing Data from Excel

   • Import large datasets in Excel (.xls, .xlsx) format for automated test execution.

   • Map Excel columns to test parameters for structured data execution.

   • Save time and reduce human errors in data entry.

5. Parameterising Test Data

   • Replace hardcoded values with dynamic parameters in test cases.

   • Use variables to pass different input values dynamically during execution.

By leveraging data-driven testing in SimplifyQA, teams can enhance test coverage, reduce redundancy, and automate test execution efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I edit test data after importing it?

How can I run a test case with multiple data sets automatically?

After adding test data, simply execute the test case by selecting the data iteration you want to execute with. SimplifyQA will automatically iterate through each data set and display results for every execution.

Is it possible to execute data-driven tests across different environments?

Yes, you can run the same test case across multiple environments using different datasets, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.

What file formats are supported for data import?

SimplifyQA supports .xls, and .xlsx formats for importing test data from Excel.