Continuous Testing
Continuous Testing is a software development practice where automated tests are executed continuously throughout the software delivery pipeline to provide immediate feedback on the business risks associated with a software release. It involves integrating testing activities into the DevOps workflow, enabling teams to detect and fix defects early, reduce risks, and accelerate delivery. This approach ensures that every code change is validated through automated tests at various stages, from unit to acceptance testing.
Developers should adopt Continuous Testing to improve software quality, reduce time-to-market, and enhance collaboration between development and operations teams. It is essential in Agile and DevOps environments where frequent releases require rapid validation of changes, preventing defects from propagating to production. Use cases include CI/CD pipelines, microservices architectures, and large-scale enterprise applications where maintaining reliability and speed is critical.