testshelps

Testshelps is a software platform that supports planning, execution, and analysis of software tests. It offers test case management, test plans, automated and manual test execution, and reporting. The platform aims to integrate with common development workflows and CI/CD pipelines to improve traceability of quality issues.

Origin and development: Testshelps began in the mid-2010s as a collaborative project among developers and testers seeking a unified workflow. It grew into a cloud-based service with multi-project support and scalable execution, maintained by a dedicated company.

Features: It provides test case templates, test suites, and plans; dashboards for execution status; defect linking; and integration with issue trackers. It supports automated runs through CI/CD, scheduling, webhooks, and a REST API for custom integrations.

Architecture and data: Testshelps operates as a multi-tenant cloud service with REST (and other) APIs, a web interface, and optional containerized runners for automation. It includes access controls, audit logs, and compliance features appropriate for many teams.

Usage and workflows: Teams create test inventories linked to requirements, execute tests (manual or automated), review results, and log defects. Dashboards provide quality metrics, and users can assign tasks and share reports across stakeholders.

Reception and impact: The platform is used by mid-sized and larger teams seeking integrated test management. It is praised for integrations and reporting, with some critiques of learning curve and pricing.

See also: Software testing, Test management tool, Continuous testing.