Problem
The development team lacked automated testing capabilities, resulting in:
- Manual API testing that took multiple days, consuming significant time and resources.
- Delays in detecting bugs and validating the Forestry Dispatch External API, which slowed development and increased operational risk.
- Inefficient workflows, limiting team productivity and slowing delivery cycles.
Solution
We kick-started automation within the development team by implementing automated testing solutions:
- Automated API testing: Built a complete test suite for the Forestry Dispatch External API that runs all tests in under 30 seconds, replacing the days-long manual process.
- Integration into development workflow: Ensured tests were run regularly to catch issues early, streamlining validation and improving reliability.
- Resource optimization: Reduced the need for manual testing, saving significant developer hours and allowing focus on feature development.
Results
- Testing efficiency: API testing time reduced from multiple days to under 30 seconds.
- Resource savings: Freed up developer and tester time, improving team productivity and reducing operational costs.
- Improved quality: Early detection of bugs increased system reliability and reduced deployment risks.
- Workflow acceleration: The team can now test and deploy faster, supporting faster feature delivery and iterative development.
This project demonstrates how automation and strategic testing can drastically improve efficiency, save resources, and enhance development workflows.