Summary
In this chapter, we looked at the importance of testing and test automation. We dealt with some practical guidance on how test automation interfaces with different teams and all the members of the engineering team. Additionally, we looked at the roles in the test automation world and their specifics and similarities. We understood how test automation helps achieve quality at every stage of the product development life cycle. Finally, we looked at the different terminologies used in test automation.
In the next chapter, we will examine what a thorough test automation strategy entails and how to define one. Additionally, we will review a few common test automation design patterns.
