Test automation is the use of specialized software tools to control the execution of tests and compare the actual results with the expected results. The use of automation has become increasingly popular as it can help reduce the time and cost associated with testing while also improving the accuracy and reliability of the test results.
In this chapter, I’ll cover the benefits of test automation, along with what are generally considered to be the best test automation tools and frameworks.
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