Definition

  • Robot Framework is an open-source, keyword-driven test automation framework that uses Python for writing and executing automated tests. It is designed for acceptance testing and robotic process automation (RPA). 

Examples

class customlibrary:

    def say_hello(self, name):

        print(f"Hello, {name}!")    

 

Output

Hello, Kaashiv!

Features

  • Generates detailed HTML reports and logs for test results.
  • Can be run on different operating systems
  • Supports external libraries
  • Allows for data-driven test cases

Advantages

  • Keywords and test cases can be reused.
  • Strong community support with many plugins.
  • The keyword-driven approach makes it accessible to non-programmers.

Uses

  • Used for validating the functionality of applications by testing.
  • Automates repetitive tasks and processes.
  • Automates regression tests to ensure that new changes.