Automated Testing
The use of software to execute checks compare results and report product behavior with limited manual repetition.
Plain English
Tests run by tools instead of a person repeating every step.
In context
Automated testing supports fast repeatable feedback across multiple levels but still requires meaningful scenarios stable test data and maintenance.
Example
“The team added automated testing for the checkout calculation to the continuous integration pipeline.”
When you'll hear this
- continuous integration
- regression prevention
- release validation
Common misunderstanding
Automated testing does not eliminate exploratory testing product judgment or responsibility for test quality.
Also known as
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Updated: 2026-08-27
