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Robot Framework

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What is Robot Framework?

Robot Framework is a generic keyword-driven test automation and RPA framework for acceptance level testing and acceptance test-driven development (ATDD).

Simple test framework for simple tests

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

It is used to test user interface features of a web application. After writing tests current & new features are automatically checked for bugs to confirm that changes in application do not break them (regression testing). Because of automated testing no additional employees are needed to spend time on testing application after every change.

Pros

  • Keyword based syntax, no programming skills necessary
  • Easily extendable if user has some programming skills
  • Completely free, no licenses

Cons

  • Unreliable results, test might randomly succeed or fail
  • Has problems with modern apps where pages change heavily without reloading
  • Doesn't have a good IDE solution

Most Important Features

  • Free, no licenses
  • Easy to get started without previous experience on test tools
  • Saves time for employees

Return on Investment

  • Saves time after implemented
  • Using it requires less employees
  • Doesn't need experienced developers, a student can use it