Zephyr for Jira: A Step-by-Step Guide to Test Management

Learn test management in Jira through a comprehensive 42-minute tutorial that walks through installing and configuring Zephyr Scale, creating and organizing test cases, running automated tests, and generating reports. Master essential features including test case creation with detailed objectives and steps, cross-browser testing capabilities, and test cycle management for sprints and releases. Explore advanced functionalities such as importing/exporting tests via CSV/Excel, organizing tests in folders, linking tests with Jira issues, setting up testing dashboards with Zephyr gadgets, and establishing traceability between test cases and requirements. Practice hands-on with step-by-step demonstrations covering the complete workflow from installation to reporting, making test management efficient and organized within the Jira environment.

Syllabus

Intro
Step 1 - Install Zephyr Scale from Apps and Enable the app
Step 2 - Go to the Test Cases Section: Click on New Test Case
Step 3 - Fill in the Details: Name e.g. Login Functionality Test, Objective etc
Step 4 - In case you need to customize settings click Configuration top right
Step 5 - Add Test Steps and Save Test
Step 6 - Open Test and check all details -
Step 7 - Click on Run Automated Tests. Record and update test
Step 8 - From the Automation page click on Tests, Select Run test in Background for cross browser testing
Step 9 - Can update, view results, add to test suite
Step 10 - Goto Reports tab and check
Demo - Zephyr for Jira - More Settings
Step 1 - Import Export Tests - can import or export tests using csv/excel files
Step 2 - Folders - can organize tests in Folders
Step 3 - Test Cycle - can group tests in ordered list into cycles for each sprint or release
Step 4 - Test Plan - to track testing progress throughout an entire release or version
Step 5 - Link Tests with Jira Issues - Open a issue and link test case
Step 6 - Testing Dashboard - for visual tracking. Add zephyr gadgets in the board
Step 7 - Traceability - Track test cases are associated with which requirements/issues