22 Reasons Why Test Automation Fails For Your Web Application

The article by Ramit Dhamija explores the common pitfalls that lead to the failure of test automation in web applications, emphasizing the importance of realistic expectations and the need for balance between automation and manual testing. Dhamija highlights that issues such as impractical automation goals, insufficient understanding of manual testing, improper management, lack of collaboration, and inadequate resource planning often result in inefficient test automation processes. He stresses the significance of selecting appropriate tools, maintaining dynamic test suites, and understanding when and what to automate to maximize the effectiveness of automation efforts. Moreover, Dhamija points out that failing to analyze test reports, ignoring false positives and negatives, and not leveraging parallel execution can hinder the process. He concludes by suggesting that a careful, informed approach towards automation can increase productivity and software quality, while cautioning against both hasty implementation and excessive fear of automation challenges.