BCS TAE Exam - Topic 5 Question 47 Discussion

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Question #: 47
Topic #: 5

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?

AData-driven scripting

BKeyword-driven scripting

CLinear scripting

DStructure scripting

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Suggested Answer: C

by Maricela at Jul 14, 2024, 03:43 PM

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Cathrine

8 months ago

Totally agree, data-driven is the most efficient choice!

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Karl

8 months ago

Surprised that structure scripting is even an option here.

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India

8 months ago

Linear scripting? Nah, too rigid for this.

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Shaun

9 months ago

I think keyword-driven might be better for independence.

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Nu

9 months ago

Data-driven scripting is the way to go!

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Kattie

9 months 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

9 months 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

9 months 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

10 months 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

10 months 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

10 months 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

10 months 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

10 months 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

10 months 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

10 months ago

This seems like a straightforward networking question. I think the answer is NIC Teaming, which allows multiple uplink adapters to be associated with a single switch to share the load.

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Davida

10 months ago

I remember discussing that SQL Native Authentication requires specific privileges, but I'm unsure if dbowner is necessary for the log on user.

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Jerilyn

10 months 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

10 months 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

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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

1 year 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

1 year 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

1 year 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

1 year ago

I agree, Keyword-driven scripting seems like the most suitable option for this scenario.

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Val

1 year 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

1 year 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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