[Discussion] Introduction to Testing Approaches

[Grant-Archibald-MS]

Discussion Topic

Title:
Introduction to Testing Approaches

Description

Overview:
Read discussion and give your feedback on the concepts of automated testing looking at concepts like black box and white box testing for Power Apps, including Canvas Apps, Custom Pages, and Model Driven Applications. We'll explore the importance of state management, connectors, workflows, and Dataverse state, and how to effectively test these components.

Details:
Topics in the discussion article include:

• The role of manual testing alongside automated testing
• Introduction to black box and white box testing
• Testing strategies for Canvas Apps and Custom Pages
• Testing strategies for Model Driven Applications
• Comparison of testing approaches
• Practical examples and scenarios
• Leveraging AI in the testing process

Key Questions

1. How do you think black box testing can help in identifying user experience issues?
2. What are some challenges you might face when performing white box testing on a complex application?
3. How do you balance automated and manual testing in your projects?

Resources

• Discussion - Introduction to Testing Approaches
• Example: CoE Starter Kit and Layers of testing
• Example: CoE Starter Kit Power Automate Testing

Call to Action

Share your experiences and insights on testing Power Apps. Discuss the challenges you face and the strategies you use to overcome them. Let's collaborate to improve our testing practices and ensure the quality of our applications.

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Let's Discuss!

Feel free to share your thoughts, ask questions, and provide feedback. Your contributions are valuable to the community!

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Community Guidelines

• Be respectful and kind to others.
• Keep discussions relevant to testing and the Power Platform.
• Provide constructive feedback and aim to support your fellow developers.

Happy discussing!