How to Write Maintainable Test Scripts: Tips and Tricks

The text discusses best practices for reducing the maintenance of automation code, emphasizing descriptive naming, simple and focused tests, effective use of comments, and systematic organization of test scripts. It highlights the importance of stable element locators and strategic assertions to enhance readability and reliability. The use of diverse and separate test data is recommended to improve test coverage and reduce defects. Additionally, the text underscores the value of adopting coding standards and utilizing version control to track changes and facilitate collaboration. The discussion also introduces codeless automation tools, particularly testRigor, as a solution to minimize the maintenance burden associated with traditional coded automation tools. testRigor is presented as an AI-driven tool that allows for the creation of test scripts in plain English, offering features like reusable rules, global variables, and support for various testing scenarios, including 2FA and database testing, which collectively contribute to more efficient and less maintenance-intensive test automation.