Web Application Testing and Monitoring

Knights of Columbus Relies on Empirix for Testing Mission-Critical Web Applications
The Knights of Columbus is a 1.7-million member fraternal benefit society that provides financial aid to members and their families. The organization leverages Web technology to serve its members efficiently and at a low cost. Recently, the Knights of Columbus began using e-TEST suite for load and regression testing of its new insurance policy and membership platform, which supports more than four million clients.

“We chose Empirix’s e-TEST suite because of how well its scripting capabilities and load testing solutions satisfy our specific testing needs,” said Knights of Columbus Chief Architect George Dobbs. “We wanted a test solution encompassing load, functional, and regression testing capabilities in one platform, and one that would enable us to get up and running quickly. We also felt that Empirix’s offering was the only one that could grow with us, enabling us to expand our use down the road.”

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Systems Integrator Serene Incorporates e-TEST® suite in CRM Testing Service

Global systems integrator Serene Corporation now uses e-TEST suite as the basis for a new CRM application testing service. The service—Performance, Scalability, Reliability & Tuning (PSRT)—is designed to help clients enjoy smooth CRM application rollouts and upgrades. Serene selected the e-TEST suite because it integrates seamlessly with Siebel Test Automation, including Siebel Client Automation Services for functional testing and the Siebel Correlation Library for load testing. In addition, e-TEST suite is validated for Siebel 7.8 and supports APIs for all Siebel applications.

“We’ve seen firsthand the tremendous positive impact that proactive load testing can have on a CRM deployment,” said Keith Peters, Vice President, Enterprise Architecture Group at Serene Corporation. “Empirix has a very unique offering, and a proven track record in helping organizations roll out critical business applications on time and on budget. We’re proud to make Empirix solutions available to our clients.”

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Upcoming Web events

Tips and Tricks Web event: Troubleshooting Techniques for Thin Client e-Load Scripts
January 16, 2007
10:00am EST / 3:00pm GMT or 2:00pm EST / 11:00am PST

Register now for the 10:00am EST session or the 2:00pm EST session.

What you will learn
This web event will provide attendees with a wide range of useful strategies for troubleshooting their load and performance scripts. Topics will include:

• What is the Thin Client?
• Overview of the e-Load Navigation Editor
• Troubleshooting “Failed to Find” and “Failed to Match” errors
• Useful options in the Settings Manager
• Creating custom variables and pattern libraries
• Using proxy logs to debug scripts

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of HTTP Request/Response communications and familiarity with e-Tester and the e-Load Navigation Editor (script recording, regular expressions, and correlation).

Tips and Tricks: e-Tester

How can I change a recorded navigation in e-Tester without writing VBA code?

Frequently testers want to change a recorded navigation in a script but don’t want to write a lot of VBA code in order to do it. The dynamic nature of today’s web applications can adversely affect the way a recorded script plays back. One useful technique to make your scripts more adaptable to change is to databank your actions. This practice is very useful in situations where a tester can predict what will appear on the page.

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Upcoming training classes

Introduction to e-TEST suite	February 6-8, 2007	Bedford, MA	$1495.00
Advanced e-TEST suite	February 27 – March 1, 2007	Bedford, MA	$1495.00

To register for any class, simply complete the enrollment form and fax it to: 781-266-3706. Class size is limited to 12 students. Empirix accepts purchase orders, checks, or credit cards for payment. Please call 781-266-3306 with any questions.