Automation considerations when designing tests

Key Considerations

• Stability: is the feature/UI/API stable enough that the automated test won't need constant rework?
• Repeatability: will this test be run many times, making automation worth the investment?
• Data independence: can the test run reliably with fresh, predictable data each time?
• Maintainability: is the test written in a way that's easy to update as the application evolves?

Why This Matters

Designing with automation in mind from the start — clear assertions, independent test data, minimal UI dependency where possible — produces automation that stays reliable and valuable over time.