FAQ
Q. Does the test framework has recording capabilities
A. Yes, and the information is at the recorder page
Q. Can I use the automation framework to generate data?
A. Yes, you can. To do this you need to organize your tests in a way that can run multiple scenarios using data tables. Also, you can use fixtures or seeds to create data.
Q. Can I create my own Hercules step definitions?
A. No. All request for enhancements must go through the approval process. Please raise your request trough appropriated channels. However you can create your own custom step definitions.
Q. Can I use the tests to run in other environments that are not Verne?
A. No. The tests are adapted to run only on Verne technology.
Q. What type of browsers are supported by the test framework?
A. Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Internet Explorer, Safari. Please note that for Internet Explorer and Edge you must have a Windows Machine and for Safari browsers a Mac.
Q. What’s the magic behind the config tests on Verne?
A. For Config tests, we are using the view tree to target the elements. For UI test we are using customized locators via CSS strategy
Q. Can I write conditional logic or looping?
No. The new framework for Verne is to support simple and business scenarios that can fit both config and testers. Conditional logic can increase complexity to maintain multiple tests and scenarios.
Q. How long takes to write a test?
A. Writing a test depend on how fast you can type and understand the application. It’s very simple and testers and configurators don’t need to spend too much time understanding the logic of complex programming. You can use the catalogues/requirements/mock screen to write your tests.
Q. Internet Explorer and Edge Browsers are executing test slowly. is that normal?
A. Yes, we identified these browsers are running slow due to the architecture of the drivers. Is not Magellan/Verne related.

