Continuous Testing

Continuous testing is the practice of executing automated tests as part of the software delivery pipeline. The goal is to provide fast feedback on the business risks associated with a software change. Continuous testing aims to improve software quality and reduce time to market.

Continuous testing typically involves executing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests whenever code is pushed to a shared repository. Tests are run frequently and results are made available to developers right away. For example, unit tests could be run to verify business logic and integration tests could validate that different components work together correctly. End-to-end tests might simulate user workflows through the application. If any test fails, the team is alerted immediately so the issue can be fixed. Continuous testing enables teams to catch bugs and regressions early. Done well, it increases confidence in the software through constant verification.