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Contributor

6 years ago

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Object oriented Scripting (python) for UI automation

We use function based approach extensively using Test Complete, but for a new application (web based), we wanted to use 'Object oriented Approach'.

I heard this approach not receomended as per Test Complete Documentation.

I would like to hear from people who are using python+object oriented design for their scripting of automation.

Thanks,

Santi

Wamboo
6 years ago
Hey,

Yes You can write your code in OOP, but TestComplete intelissense will not work for you.

You can always read my "idea topic":

Link: https://community.smartbear.com/t5/TestComplete-Feature-Requests/TestComplete-intellisense-why-it-works-so-badly/idi-p/186201

this is for JS but the idea id the same.

4 Replies

Wamboo
Community Hero
6 years ago
Hey,

Yes You can write your code in OOP, but TestComplete intelissense will not work for you.

You can always read my "idea topic":

Link: https://community.smartbear.com/t5/TestComplete-Feature-Requests/TestComplete-intellisense-why-it-works-so-badly/idi-p/186201

this is for JS but the idea id the same.
- santi
  Contributor
  6 years ago
  Nicely written, Thanks.
tristaanogre
Esteemed Contributor
6 years ago
I'm not sure where you heard using OOP is not recommended... heck, I recommend it! Better coding practices, etc. HOWEVER... as mentioned, keep in mind that TestComplete is not ENTIRELY the same as application IDE's so not everything is going to be as convenient.

I love using OOP and would encourage you to do so.
- santi
  Contributor
  6 years ago
  I use python in Test Complete. I use functions.
  I dont think much of OOPs concept we can use in TestComplete, while scripting for Test Cases (procedural).
  I personally skeptical of using class structure, unless it's useful.
  Thanks for sharing your thoughts.