Strategy One

Baseline Tests

A baseline test is a saved reference snapshot of the output generated by a dashboard. This includes the data returned, formatting, and structural layout. The baseline represents the expected, correct result against which future executions are compared.

The purpose for baseline tests are the following:

  • Regression Verification: Ensure that modifications to the environment do not negatively impact the accuracy or appearance of existing objects.

  • Automation: Facilitate routine, automated checking of large numbers of objects.

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Create a Baseline

  1. Open the Workstation window.
  2. In the Navigation pane, under Administration, click Test Center.

  3. In the Type drop-down list, choose Baseline Test and click Next.

  4. Select the objects to create a snapshot in a desired state and click Create.

  5. If any of the included objects contain prompts, you can modify the prompt settings, as well as provide any answers.

  6. After all prompt settings are established, click Save to save the baseline test. You can find the new test in the Test Center.

Baseline Test Results

  1. To see specifics, Right-click a test result and select View Result.

  2. By default, you will see the Overview page. The Overview page provides a high level summary with baseline creation status (pass or fail) for each dashboard page.

  3. To check discrepancies and error messages, select Details.

  4. To switch to the SQL view, click SQL. This page displays query SQL for each dashboard page. Failed pages show "No Data Returned".

  5. To switch to the Data view, click Data. This page visualizes raw dashboard result data for each page. Failed pages are blank.