Introduction In Katalon Studio, global variables and execution profiles are powerful features that allow you to manage testing environments, data, and behaviors across your entire project. Global variables provide a way to define reusable values that can be accessed throughout your test cases, test objects, web service objects, and email configurations. Execution profiles, on the […]
Quality Assurance
Exploring Common Exceptions and their Workarounds in Katalon Studio
Introduction Common exceptions include the Element Click Intercepted Exception, Element Not Visible Exception, and Web Element Not Found Exception. Understanding how to handle these exceptions effectively is crucial for maintaining robust test scripts. Below are best practices for resolving these exceptions in Katalon Studio. 1. Element Click Intercepted Exception This exception occurs when an element […]
Choosing Between callTestCase and Custom Keywords in Katalon Studio
Understanding the differences between using callTestCase and custom keywords in Katalon Studio is crucial for effective test automation. Both methods serve the purpose of code reuse, but they have distinct applications, advantages, and limitations. This blog will explore these differences, helping you decide when to use each approach and which one might be better suited for your […]
Advanced Guide to Utilizing Tags in Katalon Studio
Introduction Efficient test management is essential in software testing, and Katalon Studio’s tagging feature offers a powerful way to categorize and manage your test cases. This advanced guide delves into the nuances of using tags in Katalon Studio, providing insights to help you optimize your test management strategies, including examples from Salesforce testing. Understanding Tags […]
Leveraging Tags with Dynamic Test Suite Collection in Katalon Studio
Introduction In the realm of software testing, managing and executing test cases efficiently is crucial for maintaining high-quality standards. Katalon Studio’s dynamic test suite collection feature offers a sophisticated approach to organizing and executing test cases based on various criteria. By integrating tags with dynamic test suite collection, you can create highly flexible and targeted […]
Encrypting and Decrypting Passwords Using Java in Selenium
Security is a crucial aspect of any application, especially when dealing with sensitive information such as passwords. Storing passwords in plain text can expose them to potential security risks. In this blog, we’ll discuss how to securely encrypt and decrypt passwords in Java and how to integrate this functionality into your Selenium automation scripts. Why […]
Understanding Encryption Algorithms: AES, DES, and Blowfish
In our previous blog, we discussed how to encrypt and decrypt passwords in Java using the AES algorithm. In this follow-up post, we’ll delve deeper into various encryption algorithms, specifically AES, DES, and Blowfish. We’ll explain each algorithm in detail and provide code examples for their implementation. Types of Encryption Algorithms AES (Advanced Encryption […]
The True Cost of Neglecting Quality Assurance: Lessons from Recent Tech Failures
The Importance of Quality Assurance in Software Development The pressure to deliver software quickly and cost-effectively is among the highest priorities of business leaders. However, recent high-profile tech failures serve as stark reminders of the critical importance of robust Quality Assurance (QA) practices. As a leader in digital consulting, we recognize that cutting corners on […]
Tips & Tricks – Part 3 of User Story Writing
This blog is the third and final post in a series about leveraging user stories to improve product outcomes. In this post we will explore how the utilization of just a few simple tips and tricks can help build a meaningful backlog of valuable user stories. What are the “3 C’s” in Agile? One of […]
AI Toolkits Magic: Automating CAPTCHA Recognition Using OpenCV and Tesseract
OpenCV and Tesseract can be associated with Artificial Intelligence due to their involvement in tasks that often fall under the AI umbrella, such as computer vision and text recognition. To automate solving image CAPTCHAs using Java, you will typically need several dependencies for tasks such as image processing, machine learning, and possibly computer vision. OpenCV: […]
Understanding Java Enum ConditionType in Katalon Studio. Pt2
Introduction In this follow-up blog, we will explore the remaining condition types available in the ConditionType enum. Understanding these additional condition types will further enhance your ability to create robust and flexible test automation scripts in Katalon Studio. Each condition type serves a unique purpose in defining criteria for identifying and interacting with web elements, […]
Understanding Java Enum ConditionType in Katalon Studio. Pt1
Introduction Katalon Studio’s ConditionType enum is a key feature that allows testers to define specific criteria for interacting with web elements. This flexibility is crucial for creating robust and reliable automated tests. The ConditionType enum provides a variety of condition types, each serving a unique purpose in the identification and interaction with web elements. We’ll […]