Introduction

Opkey Fundamentals: Automation Essentials introduces participants to the core features of Opkey, a scriptless test automation platform designed for seamless functional testing. This training empowers professionals to create, manage, and execute automated tests efficiently while integrating with enterprise applications. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to accelerate software testing cycles and improve application quality.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of software testing principles.
• Familiarity with web applications and user interfaces.
• No prior programming or Opkey experience is necessary.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Opkey
   1.1 What is Opkey?
   1.2 Key Features and Capabilities
   1.3 Benefits of Scriptless Automation
2. Opkey Setup and Navigation
   2.1 Setting Up Your Opkey Workspace
   2.2 Understanding the User Interface
   2.3 Configuring Project Settings
3. Test Case Design
   3.1 Creating and Recording Test Cases
   3.2 Parameterizing Test Scenarios
   3.3 Importing Test Data and Data-Driven Testing
4. Object Repository Management
   4.1 Introduction to Object Repositories
   4.2 Capturing and Managing Objects
   4.3 Strategies for Reusable Object Repositories
5. Building Modular Test Suites
   5.1 Organizing Test Cases into Suites
   5.2 Reusability Through Modular Test Design
   5.3 Using Reusable Components
6. Test Execution
   6.1 Configuring Test Execution Settings
   6.2 Executing Tests Locally and Remotely
   6.3 Cross-Browser and Cross-Platform Testing
7. Debugging and Troubleshooting
   7.1 Debugging Test Failures
   7.2 Using Logs for Root Cause Analysis
   7.3 Strategies for Test Maintenance
8. Reporting and Insights
   8.1 Viewing Execution Results
   8.2 Generating Comprehensive Reports
   8.3 Leveraging Insights for Optimization
9. Opkey Integrations
   9.1 Integrating with CI/CD Tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
   9.2 Opkey for Enterprise Applications (SAP, Oracle, Salesforce)
   9.3 Using REST APIs for Custom Integrations
10. Advanced Features
    10.1 Leveraging AI for Self-Healing Tests
    10.2 Using Advanced Test Scenarios
    10.3 Extending Capabilities with Custom Functions
11. Best Practices for Effective Automation
    11.1 Optimizing Test Coverage and Design
    11.2 Strategies for Test Suite Scalability
    11.3 Ensuring Long-Term Maintainability
12. Real-World Applications and Case Studies
    12.1 Applying Opkey in Agile Environments
    12.2 Case Studies: Successful Automation with Opkey
    12.3 Lessons Learned from Industry Examples
13. Getting Certified in Opkey
    13.1 Overview of Certification Process
    13.2 Preparing for the Opkey Fundamentals Certification
    13.3 Benefits of Becoming Certified

Conclusion

This training provides a comprehensive introduction to Opkey, focusing on its scriptless automation features and enterprise application integration. By mastering the fundamentals, participants can drive efficiency, enhance software quality, and contribute significantly to their organization’s testing goals.