Using Jenkins for Automated Testing

Jenkins is an open-source tool designed to automate repetitive tasks in the software development process, particularly in continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD). It acts as a reliable assistant that monitors code repositories for changes, automatically runs tests, and performs tasks like building code, generating reports, and potentially deploying software. Jenkins organizes these tasks using pipelines, which outline a step-by-step process to ensure new code doesn't break existing functionality. It supports scalability through distributed builds, allowing tasks to run across multiple machines, and is highly customizable with a vast ecosystem of plugins that extend its capabilities. Additionally, Jenkins can be integrated with AI-powered tools like testRigor to enhance automated testing by allowing easy test creation and maintenance, thereby streamlining the testing process and reducing maintenance time.