A framework defines a set of rules or best practices which we can follow in a systematic way to achieve the desired results.

Test Automation Framework is a collection of tools and guidelines working together to support automated testing of any application. These guidelines could include coding standards, test-data handling methods, object repositories, handling different properties, generating reports or information on how to access external resources.

Benefits of using a Test Automation Framework:

– Lower maintenance costs

– Easier to learn and implement

– Involvement of testers with no coding experience

– Code re-usability across projects

– Maintain a well-defined strategy across the test suites