2.4 Avoiding Pitfalls

Individuals involved in testing and test automation come from various walks of life. There is no Tester University or College of Automation. This creates a situation where there is a lack of consistency and knowledge that someone in this line of work should know in order to perform effectively. Over time there have been training and certification programs in DoD and industry that support the need for skills and knowledge of career testers and automators. However, success in automation is not solely a technical challenge. It is a multifaceted discipline requiring management, engineering, and other disciplines. This Test Automation Playbook will guide the AF on how to best approach automated testing.