Planning Regression Tests

As you have seen so far, there are many different types of tests that adapter developers and QA engineers need to perform. Testing is not a one-time deal. Changes to the adapters or any of its platform components may require retesting. Regression tests are useful for getting a quick feel for the adapters' compliance after any changes. Generally, regression tests are based on black box test cases, except in the case where the adapter has undergone significant re-engineering or the addition of new features and functions.

Many times, regression tests are also based on end-to-end tests that ensure that the larger integration scenario is not broken by changes to any of the participating adapters and applications. Identifying ...

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