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You have been asked to automate a set of functional tests at system Test level via the CLI of the SUT for the first release of a software system. The automated tests will be delivered to the learn in change of maintenance testing, who will use them for part of the regression testing. They have the following requirements.
1. The automated tests must be as fast and cheap to maintain as possible
2. The cost of adding new automated tests must be as low as possible
3. The automated tests must have a high level of independence from the tool itself
Which of the following scripting techniques would be MOST suitable?
Suggested Answer: C
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41 comments · newest first
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Cathrine
11 months ago
Totally agree, data-driven is the most efficient choice!
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Karl
11 months ago
Surprised that structure scripting is even an option here.
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India
12 months ago
Linear scripting? Nah, too rigid for this.
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Shaun
12 months ago
I think keyword-driven might be better for independence.
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Nu
1 year ago
Data-driven scripting is the way to go!
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Kattie
1 year ago
Structure scripting sounds familiar, but I can't remember how it compares to the others in terms of independence and cost. I wish we had more practice questions on this!
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Andra
1 year ago
Linear scripting seems too rigid for what they want. I feel like it wouldn't be fast or cheap to maintain, but I can't recall the specifics.
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Mireya
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think keyword-driven scripting could also be a good option since it promotes reusability and independence from the tool.
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Wilford
1 year ago
I remember we discussed data-driven scripting in class and how it allows for easy updates to test data without changing the scripts themselves. That might fit the requirements well.
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Kris
1 year ago
Data-driven scripting seems like the most flexible option, but the maintenance cost could be higher. Keyword-driven scripting might be the sweet spot here - it's relatively easy to maintain and add new tests.
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Dean
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused on the differences between the scripting techniques. Can someone explain the pros and cons of each one in relation to the given requirements?
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Lawanda
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. The key requirements are fast, cheap maintenance and low cost of adding new tests. I'm leaning towards keyword-driven scripting as it seems to fit those needs the best.
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Dana
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The requirements mention low maintenance and cost, so I'm not sure if data-driven is the best option. Maybe keyword-driven scripting would be a better fit?
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Denae
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question. I think data-driven scripting would be the best approach based on the requirements.
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Marlon
1 year ago
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Davida
1 year ago
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Jerilyn
1 year ago
Okay, I've got a strategy for this. I'll start by eliminating any options that don't seem directly related to security certification requirements. Then I'll focus on the remaining choices and try to recall which framework is known for its strict certification process.
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Jules
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on the difference between a brute force attack and a dictionary attack. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Roosevelt
1 year ago
Forget scripting, I'm just going to write the tests in interpretive dance. That'll really show the maintenance team who's boss!
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Ria
1 year ago
C) Linear scripting
LI
Lindsey
1 year ago
B) Keyword-driven scripting
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Lenna
1 year ago
C) Linear scripting
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Maile
1 year ago
B) Keyword-driven scripting
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Charlena
1 year ago
A) Data-driven scripting
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Tora
1 year ago
A) Data-driven scripting
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Tyisha
2 years ago
Structured scripting might work, but it sounds like it could be a bit overkill for this use case. Unless you're dealing with a super complex system, I think the other options might be a better fit.
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Doyle
1 year ago
C) Linear scripting
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Jody
1 year ago
B) Keyword-driven scripting
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Arletta
1 year ago
A) Data-driven scripting
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Pete
2 years ago
Haha, linear scripting? What is this, the 90s? That's just asking for trouble. You'd have to update the entire script every time the system changes. No thanks!
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Julio
1 year ago
D) Structure scripting
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Galen
1 year ago
C) Linear scripting
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Ollie
1 year ago
B) Keyword-driven scripting
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Oren
1 year ago
A) Data-driven scripting
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Ronnie
2 years ago
Keyword-driven scripting could also be a good option. It gives us the flexibility to add new tests with minimal effort, and the maintenance costs should be relatively low. I'm curious to hear what the others think.
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Marisha
2 years ago
I agree, Keyword-driven scripting seems like the most suitable option for this scenario.
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Val
2 years ago
I think Keyword-driven scripting would be the best choice. It meets all the requirements and allows for easy maintenance.
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Rodolfo
2 years ago
Data-driven scripting seems like the way to go here. It'll allow us to easily maintain and update the tests as the system evolves, without having to re-write the entire script. Plus, the independence from the tool itself is a big plus.
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Oneida
2 years ago
I prefer data-driven scripting. It provides independence from the tool itself and is also cost-effective.
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Adell
2 years ago
I agree with Dominque. Keyword-driven scripting allows for easy maintenance and low cost of adding new tests.
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Dominque
2 years ago
I think keyword-driven scripting would be the most suitable option.