Test Environment Management Explained in a Simplistic Way

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Test Environment Management Explained in a
Simplistic Way
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• Software Test Environment is a powerful aspect of
  the software test life cycle and it can be used
  for both automated as well as manual testing.
  There are various types of testing which are
  carried out by considering the requirement of the
  organization.
• Also, test environment management is essential in
  each phase of the testing process. Here, we have
  provided detailed information on the test
  environment for you to efficiently use it in the
  testing process. Lets dig deeper to know the
  functions of the test environment along with its
  challenges.
• Introduction of Test Environment
• Iun simple words, the testing environment is a
  systematic program of hardware, software, and the
  network to give support to the test execution.
• The test environment is created in such a way
  that it stimulates the production
  environment.Also, the test environment is carried
  as per the reqirement of the applications which
  are under test.
• On top of that, there is also a scenario when
  testbed is used in the combination of test data
  operations and the test environment.

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• Once you know that the environment is right, the
  success rate of software testing becomes high. If
  there are any complexities in the testing
  procedure it can harm both clients and the
  organization.
• All about TestBed

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• The test environment is also known as TestBed
  with minor differences. This environment comes
  along with verification and validation of the
  test data and functions of the software
  application.
• Lets learn about the things that are required to
  create a test environment.
• Operating System, Database and Testing Server
• Various software in which the testing would be
  carried on
• Data configuration and Test data
• Connectivity of the network and configuration
• Hardware devices such as machines and PCs
• Debugging tools and automation tools
• Proper licensing practice
• The need for third-party software and software
  for the users
• Any specific devices like simulators
• Various documentation like user manual
• Proper understanding of the business
  requirements
• Coordination between the applications and the
  system.

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• Brief About Test Environment Management
• These are some of the functions which arrive
  beneath the test environment management. Have a
  look!
• The test environment is selected as per the
  allocated software project
• Managing the repository of test-environments with
  latest version and connectivity
• Proper monitoring of the IT environment
  management tools for complete transparency and
  reliable results
• Updating and deleting the outdated
  test-environments
• Investigation of the issue on the environment and
  proper coordination until the issue is not
  resolved
• Improvements in correcting the test environment
  continuously
• Introducing updated test environment management
  tool to increase productivity and for speedy
  software submission
• Reduce manual tasks to engage more and more
  automation techniques to increase test
  efficiency.

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• Process Representation of Test Environment
• The test environment is performed by taking
  various areas into consideration. We have
  provided each of them in the below segment.
• Structuring Test Server
• Every test can be performed in a local machine.
  It is important to place the test server,
  supporting the applications.
• Establishing Network
• The network is arranged as per the requirement of
  the test. It includes the following things
• Internet Setup
• Private Network Setup
• LAN Setup

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• Test PC Setup
• To consider web testing, you may be required to
  consider different browsers for various testers,
  whereas you will be required to use the various
  OS for desktop applications.
• Test Tool
• In the case of automation testing, various test
  tools are used to enhance the efficiency of the
  project.
• Reporting of the Bug
• Bug reporting tools are necessary for the testers
  to find bugs in the software. It makes an
  enormous difference in the final output.

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• Difficulties in the Test Environment Management
• For every tester and developer, test data
  management is a crucial task. However, there are
  numerous challenges included in creating a proper
  environment for uplifting the testing procedure.

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• Here we have given some of the challenges. They
  are as follows
• Inefficient usage of the test resources may lead
  to improper outcomes in the testing process
• The test environment which is remotely placed
  across faraway regions is hard to manage, control
  and function properly
• There are also times when testers and developers
  have to share the test environment. This may lead
  to serious complications in the test results.
• We hope with the above-given explanations, you
  might have understood the role of test
  environment management in developing
  applications.
• One cannot ignore the testing environment factors
  because it is the only perceptive solution for
  the successful software development of the
  company.
• If the software is developed as per the clients
  demand with the utmost quality, there will be
  more demand for the business, impacting the
  overall software sales of the company.

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• Address Level 5, 14 Martin Place, Sydney, 2000,
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