What is Develop automation scripts using tools like Oracle OUTA, QTP, LoadRunner, Rational Robot?

What is Develop automation scripts using tools like Oracle OUTA

“Develop automation scripts using tools like Oracle OUTA, QTP, LoadRunner, Rational Robot” refers to the process of writing scripts or programs that automate the testing of software applications, using specialized automation tools. Here’s a breakdown of what each part means and the tools involved:

🔧 What is “Develop Automation Scripts”?

This involves creating code or scripts that automatically execute test cases on a software application. Instead of manually testing features, automation scripts simulate user actions (e.g., clicking, entering data) and validate outcomes.

🛠️ Tools Mentioned

  1. Oracle OUTA (Oracle User Productivity Kit Test Automation Accelerator)
    • A tool designed to automate testing for Oracle applications (like EBS, Fusion).
    • Works well with Oracle’s User Productivity Kit (UPK).
    • Helps in functional and regression testing.
  2. QTP (QuickTest Professional) / UFT (Unified Functional Testing)
    • A popular test automation tool by Micro Focus (formerly HP).
    • Automates functional and regression testing.
    • Supports keyword and scripting interfaces, and integrates well with test management tools like ALM.
  3. LoadRunner
    • Also by Micro Focus, LoadRunner is used for performance and load testing.
    • Helps simulate thousands of users to test application performance under stress.
    • Scripts are created using protocols like HTTP/HTML, Web Services, etc.
  4. Rational Robot
    • An older IBM tool used for automated functional, regression, and configuration testing.
    • Supports applications developed in Java, .NET, ERP, etc.
    • Being phased out in favor of IBM’s newer tools like Rational Functional Tester (RFT).

🧪 Purpose of Automation Scripting

  • Speed: Faster execution of tests, especially in regression testing.
  • Coverage: Test large volumes of data and multiple scenarios.
  • Consistency: Eliminates human error in repetitive tasks.
  • Efficiency: Saves time and resources over manual testing.

âś… Example Use Case

If you’re testing an Oracle ERP system:

  • Use Oracle OUTA to automate standard Oracle transactions.
  • Use QTP/UFT to test the UI and business workflows.
  • Use LoadRunner to see how the system performs with 1,000 users simultaneously.
  • (Historically) use Rational Robot for automation if the system is older or based on certain legacy technologies.

If you’re working on automation scripting, it’s important to understand the application under test (AUT), the testing scope, and choose the right tool for the job. Let me know if you’d like help writing a basic automation script with any of these tools.

âś… What is Application Under Test (AUT)?

Application Under Test (AUT) refers to the software application that is currently being tested during a software testing process.

đź“Ś Key Points:

  • It’s the actual application or system that testers are checking for bugs, issues, performance, and functionality.
  • Could be a web app, desktop app, mobile app, ERP system, or any other kind of software.
  • All test cases, test scripts, and testing efforts are focused on this specific application.

🔍 Example:

If your company is testing a banking web application, then that banking app is the AUT.

If you’re working with Oracle Fusion ERP and writing automation scripts to test its workflows, Oracle Fusion ERP is your AUT.

🧪 Why It Matters in Testing:

  • Helps define the scope of testing (what is included vs. what’s out of scope).
  • Determines the test environment setup (browsers, OS, DBs).
  • Guides the selection of automation tools (e.g., QTP works well with desktop apps, Selenium with web apps).

🔧 In Automation Context:

When you develop automation scripts:

  • You are programming the script to interact with the AUT (click buttons, enter data, validate outputs).
  • Example: In Selenium, you might tell the script: 
    driver.get("https://mybankapp.com/login")

    Here, https://mybankapp.com/login is part of the AUT.

Let me know what kind of application you’re testing, and I can tailor examples or advice for that AUT specifically.