A Comparative Study between Manual and Automation Methods & Tools for Software Testing

Eng. Vijayalakshmi Anandaiah, B.E.

Master's thesis

Abstract:

This thesis focuses on software testing methodologies, and manual versus automation testing is particularly compared. The main aim is to identify how each method detects defects and assures software quality. Using a research method, which combines qualitative and quantitative analyses, the aspects of resource utilization, time efficiency, and test coverage are examined to highlight the pros and cons of the manual and automated testing. In addition, the performance of leading automation testing tools and frameworks is reviewed to establish their suitability in various testing contexts. The issues of automation testing, which include maintenance of test cases, data management, and necessary skill sets for testers, are discussed. The case studies from the real world provide knowledge on manual and automation testing implementation in different software development fields. Taking from the results, suggestions are made for improving testing speed and obtaining a complete test coverage through the balanced use of both manual and automated testing approaches. Furthermore, future directions of the area of software testing, including the development of automated testing, the application of AI and ML, and the changing role of Agile and DevOps methodologies are considered. In this respect, this thesis adds to the understanding of the software testing lifecycle within the wider context of software development by demanding respect for both manual and automation testing in guaranteeing software functionality, security, performance, and usability. It provides those in practice with practical ideas that let them choose correctly by requirements of their project.

Keywords

Manual and Automation testing tools & techniques, SDLC, STLC, Selenium WebDriver, Test Cases, Quality Assurance, Functionality, Performance, GUI testing

Jazyk práce: English

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 29. 3. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 6. 6. 2024
• Vedúci: Ing. Václav Lohr, Ph.D.
• Oponent: Zdeněk Hřebejk, externi

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Economics and Management

Master programme:
Global Information Security Management