Mobile automation and device lab setup

Mobile Automation Setup

• Choose an automation tool like Appium, Espresso (Android), or XCUITest (iOS) based on project needs.

• Configure test environments including required SDKs (Android SDK, Xcode for iOS).

• Develop automation scripts using supported languages (Java, Python, JavaScript).

• Integrate tests with CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.

• Use test frameworks like TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber for structuring test cases and reporting.

• Employ emulators or simulators initially for faster test cycles.

Device Lab Setup

• Maintain a device lab with a variety of real mobile devices representing different OS versions, screen sizes, and manufacturers.

• Use device management tools to connect, organize, and allocate devices efficiently.

• Automate device provisioning and reset between tests to ensure clean test states.

• Consider cloud device farms like AWS Device Farm or BrowserStack for scalable and remote testing on real devices without physical hardware.

• Implement monitoring and reporting tools to track device usage, test execution, and results.