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Roadmap to Switch

from Manual Tester


to Automation Tester
Are you a manual tester looking to enhance your skills and make a seamless
transition to the exciting world of automation testing? This roadmap will guide
you through the essential steps to equip you with the necessary knowledge
and experience to excel in this in-demand field. By mastering the art of
automation testing, you can streamline your testing process, increase
efficiency, and unlock a whole new level of career opportunities.

Presentation by Prince Gaurav


Understand the Basics of
Programming
1 Learn a Programming Language
Familiarize yourself with a programming language commonly used in
automation testing, such as Java, Python, or C#. These languages
provide the foundation for writing test scripts, interacting with
applications, and automating tasks.

2 Master Basic Concepts


Focus on understanding fundamental programming concepts like
variables, loops, conditions, functions, and object-oriented
programming (OOP) principles. These concepts will empower you to
write efficient and maintainable test scripts.

3 Start with Simple Projects


Begin by working on small programming projects to solidify your
understanding. This hands-on experience will help you grasp the
practical application of programming concepts and prepare you for
more complex automation tasks.

4 Seek Guidance and Resources


Utilize online resources, tutorials, and online communities to enhance
your programming skills. Engage with experienced developers and
seek their guidance to address any challenges you may encounter.
Learn Automation Testing Fundamentals
Manual vs. Automation Types of Automation Tests Automation Testing
Testing Concepts
Explore various types of automation
Gain a thorough understanding of the tests, such as unit tests, integration Delve into key automation testing
differences between manual and tests, and end-to-end tests. concepts, such as test frameworks,
automation testing. Learn how Understand the purpose, scope, and test data management, reporting,
automation testing can significantly benefits of each type of test to and logging. These concepts will
reduce time and effort while effectively apply them in your help you build robust and reliable
improving accuracy and consistency. projects. automation frameworks.
Choose and Learn an
Automation Testing Tool
1 Research Popular Tools
Explore popular automation testing tools like Selenium,
Cypress, TestComplete, or Appium. Consider factors like tool
capabilities, language support, platform compatibility, and
community support when making your choice.

2 Study Documentation and Tutorials


Dive into the official documentation and online tutorials
provided for your chosen tool. Familiarize yourself with the
tool's features, commands, and best practices. Many online
platforms like Udemy offer courses that can provide hands-on
training.

3 Practice Writing and Executing Scripts


Start by writing simple test scripts for web applications. Focus
on automating basic tasks like navigating to a webpage,
entering data, clicking buttons, and verifying results. Gradually
progress to more complex scenarios.
Get Hands-on Practice
Set Up an Automation Testing Environment
Install the necessary software, libraries, and dependencies for
1 your chosen automation tool and programming language.
Ensure that your environment is properly configured and
functional.

Start with Simple Test Cases


Begin by automating simple test cases for web applications,
2
such as validating the login functionality, testing navigation, or
verifying data input fields.

Gradually Increase Complexity


As you gain confidence, gradually move to more complex test
3
scenarios. Automate tasks like testing user interactions,
performing API calls, or verifying data in databases.

Experiment and Explore


Don't be afraid to experiment with different techniques and tools
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to find the most effective ways to automate your tests. Stay
curious and keep exploring new possibilities.
Understand Test Frameworks
Framework Language Features

JUnit Java Annotation-driven,


Test Suites,
Assertions

TestNG Java Data-driven testing,


Parameterization,
Grouping

NUnit C# Test fixtures,


Assertions, Test
Categories

Learn about popular test automation frameworks like JUnit, TestNG, or NUnit,
depending on your chosen programming language. Understand the structure,
features, and benefits of each framework. Practice integrating your test scripts
into these frameworks to create organized, reusable, and maintainable test
suites.
Learn Version Control
Systems

Track Changes
Version control systems like Git help you track changes made to your code
over time, making it easier to collaborate with others and revert to previous
versions if necessary.

Branching and Merging


Git allows you to create branches to work on different features or bug fixes
without affecting the main codebase. This helps streamline development and
avoid conflicts.

Remote Repositories
Git enables you to store your code in remote repositories, making it accessible
to team members and facilitating collaboration. Platforms like GitHub and
GitLab provide hosting for these repositories.

Collaboration and Teamwork


Git simplifies collaboration by allowing multiple developers to work on the
same codebase simultaneously, merging their changes efficiently and
resolving any conflicts.
Build a Project Portfolio
Small Projects
Work on small automation testing projects to gain practical experience
and build a portfolio of automated test scripts. These projects could
involve automating tests for simple websites, mobile applications, or
APIs.

Showcase Your Skills


Create a portfolio that highlights your ability to write, execute, and
maintain automated tests. Include documentation, test scripts, and
reports to demonstrate your proficiency.

Contribute to Open Source


Consider contributing to open-source projects related to automation
testing. This will expose you to real-world projects, allow you to learn from
experienced developers, and enhance your credibility.

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