Evolving Practices in Cloud-Based Software Testing: Tools and Industry Trends
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15680/IJCTECE.2024.0703003Keywords:
Cloud Computing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Testing Tools, CI/CD, Selenium, Load Testing, SaaS, Virtualization, ScalabilityAbstract
The rapid adoption of cloud computing has transformed how software development and testing are conducted, leading to the emergence of cloud-based software testing as a vital area in software engineering. Cloud- based testing enables scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient testing environments without the need for extensive physical infrastructure. This paper explores the recent advancements in cloud-based software testing, highlighting emerging trends, innovative tools, and best practices. We analyze how cloud services support various types of testing, including functional, performance, security, and regression testing. Additionally, we evaluate the benefits and challenges of adopting cloud testing platforms, with a focus on tools such as Selenium Grid, JMeter, LoadRunner Cloud, and Sauce Labs. Through a comprehensive review of the literature and analysis of current methodologies, we present a consolidated view of the state-of-the-art in this domain. Our findings suggest that hybrid cloud environments, AI-driven test automation, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines are shaping the future of cloud- based software testing.
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