HyperTest

HyperTest is an automated integration testing tool developed by HyperTest Inc. According to the vendor, it is designed to assist developers and quality assurance teams in testing integrations for services, applications, and APIs. Users can create a regression test suite based on real-world scenarios to identify issues early in the software development life cycle (SDLC) and prevent rollbacks. The product is suitable for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises, and is used by quality assurance engineers, software developers, engineering managers, and agile teams in industries such as technology, e-commerce, FinTech, and SaaS companies.

Key Features

Record and Replay: HyperTest employs a record and replay methodology to generate integration tests from network traffic. It captures the precise sequence of steps executed by users in real-world scenarios, facilitating regression testing and seamless integration.

Functional Testing: According to the vendor, HyperTest aids in the early detection of regressions during the development cycle by running tests based on real-world scenarios. It ensures smooth integration of changes or new features with the existing system.

Load Testing: HyperTest enables users to monitor API performance by testing real-world user scenarios across all endpoints. It helps identify performance issues caused by code changes, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.

True Shift-Left: The vendor claims that HyperTest allows teams to test every commit with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). It can be seamlessly integrated with CI/CD pipelines to automatically run tests when a new merge request is ready. The test reports can be conveniently accessed within platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket, instilling confidence in the stability of the production build.

Zero Rollbacks or Hotfixes, Guaranteed: According to the vendor, HyperTest's testing approach significantly reduces the likelihood of rollbacks or the need for hotfixes in production. By identifying issues early in the SDLC, it minimizes the introduction of undetected breaking changes.

Zero Maintenance Regression Suite: HyperTest eliminates the need for manual creation and upkeep of a regression test suite, resulting in substantial time and effort savings for automation engineers. The vendor asserts that it automatically generates integration tests from recorded user flows, streamlining the testing process.

Build a Comprehensive API Inventory: The vendor states that HyperTest goes beyond testing and assists in maintaining an up-to-date documentation of all APIs. It accomplishes this by actively monitoring network traffic to discover and explore the entire API footprint of the application. The identified APIs, both known and unknown, can be conveniently exported to Swagger for easy access and reference.

Parallel Testing: HyperTest enables parallel testing, facilitating collaboration among multiple team members who can work simultaneously on the same test suite. According to the vendor, this promotes efficient collaboration, version control, and result sharing, enhancing the overall testing process.

Comprehensive Reporting: HyperTest provides comprehensive reporting that encompasses test results, coverage, and performance metrics. These reports enable teams to identify issues, prioritize bug fixes, track progress over time, and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.

Multiple API Support: According to the vendor, HyperTest offers support for a wide range of APIs, including REST, SOAP, GraphQL, gRPC, database, and message queues. This versatility ensures compatibility with various types of applications and services, allowing teams to test a diverse range of integrations.