Ranorex News Latest news from Ranorex http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/pipe.info?_id=003d500c4ea6b19c3b9b01a028faff28 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 08:05:16 +0000 http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/ Subscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with My AOLSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with Pageflakes Enabling automation by adding Accessibility to Windows Forms controls http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/W6fa7SKg5SY/enabling-automation-by-adding-accessibility-to-windows-forms-controls In many cases, custom Windows Forms controls are not built with accessibility in mind. It is often overlooked that by adding this functionality one does not only help those who are dependent on good accessibility, but that it also enables automation (and automated testing) of the control in question. In the following example, I would like [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=334 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:25:36 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/JP0AvPHg74g/enabling-automation-by-adding-accessibility-to-windows-forms-controls Upcoming Ranorex 2.2 Features and Firefox support http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/So_8jJBL5p0/upcoming-ranorex-22-features-and-firefox-support.html Mozilla Firefox Plug-In Based on the flexible plug-in mechanism, the Ranorex tool set... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:01:00 +0000 Mozilla Firefox Plug-In
Based on the flexible plug-in mechanism, the Ranorex tool set functionality grows constantly, and is now capable of identifying web applications in Firefox version 3.0 and 3.5. Unique identification of web elements, enables execution of the same test scripts in Internet Explorer and Firefox.

Firefox Plug-In Features:
  • Automated testing of Web 2.0, AJAX, Flash/Flex and
    Silverlight in Firefox
  • Execute existing Ranorex test projects, already created for Internet Explorer, also now within Firefox (with little or no modifications)

Ranorex Recorder Enhancements

The powerful Ranorex Recorder has been enhanced with the following new features:
  • Global shortcut keys have been added, which allow the recording of mouse movements and for validating tooltips
  • Image based recording for owner drawn controls
For controls containing UI elements that cannot be identified directly by Ranorex Spy, one can now use an image based location approach instead of relative coordinates, to specify a click position.
Example: The individual dates in the calendar control are identified by an image based approach.
]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/upcoming-ranorex-22-features-and-firefox-support.html New Ranorex Tutorial available for download http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/pYKcqjqt_lQ/new-ranorex-tutorial-available-for-download.html Download and read the new Ranorex tutorial to get a detailed overview of how to do test automation... Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:46:00 +0000 Download the Ranorex Tutorial now.

Content of the Ranorex Tutorial:]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/new-ranorex-tutorial-available-for-download.html Ranorex 2.1.4 released http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/Srf7sgbo0c4/ranorex-214-released.html Ranorex 2.1.4 is now available and includes the following major release notes: General... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:59:00 +0000 General changes/Features
  • Added support for ezMdiTab (MS Office 2003 tabs) in EnsureVisible
  • Manual license authentication is now available online

Bugs

  • Automation of WPF controls in the same process is now allowed
  • Fixed a bug where popups were not visible in Flash when using RanorexLoader
  • Fixed issues with renaming recording/repository dependent files in Ranorex Studio
  • Removed dependency (introduced with V2.1.3) on .NET 3.0 Framework for automating WinForms controls
  • RanoreXPath index predicates now work correctly with '*'
Download and get the latest version of Ranorex here]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/ranorex-214-released.html Ranorex 2.1.3 released http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/786MU4hLVLQ/ranorex-213-released.html Ranorex 2.1.3 is now available and includes the following major release notes: General... Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:31:00 +0000 General changes/Features
  • Configuration: A number of new parameters have been added ("General" tab in configuration dialog)
  • WPF: Added support for Windows Forms controls which are hosted inside WPF applications
  • Recorder: Added support for automatic, time-based splitting of recorded key sequences

Bugs

  • Fixed a bug in Ranorex Studio which occured when renaming solution
  • Fixed a bug in Ranorex Studio which caused generated user code files to be blank
  • Fixed a number of problems in Flash/Flex RanorexLoader related to visibility and resizing
  • Fixed a memory leak which occured when Windows Forms AUTs where not properly shut down
  • Fixed HasFocus implementation for Win32 elements
  • Fixed visibility calculation for Flex elements which are contained in invisible panels
  • Fixed visibility calculation / EnsureVisible for WPF item elements
Download and get the latest version of Ranorex here]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/ranorex-213-released.html Using NUnit for test execution http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/VubaJ46A_Os/using-nunit-for-test-execution NUnit is an open source testing framework for .NET languages. It´s based on the XUnit testing design which contains powerful functionality for test execution. In this article I want to show how to make your Ranorex Tests fit for NUnit. Requirements: NUnit - http://www.nunit.org/index.php?p=download (preferred version >= 2.5) 1.) Add the NUnit reference to your project Right-click on your project and choose [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=222 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:12:15 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/RltxNUYknN0/using-nunit-for-test-execution Use the Ranorex Recorder to execute recurring tasks and simplify your everyday life http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/8IXL9dIqGDI/use-the-ranorex-recorder-to-execute-recurring-tasks-and-simplify-your-everyday-life Beside the powerful UI testing functionality of the Ranorex Recorder you can also use it to record and replay recurring tasks on your computer. These recordings can be started directly using keyboard shortcuts and without popping up the Ranorex Recorder Editor. The Recorder will run the recording and save the Ranorex Report file to the [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=182 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:16:40 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/DZNiWHZSSOc/use-the-ranorex-recorder-to-execute-recurring-tasks-and-simplify-your-everyday-life Visit Us at STARWEST 2009 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/FKpzi-VOTCY/visit-us-at-starwest-2009.html Ranorex at STARWEST 2009 — the premier software testing conference that brings you the most... Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:46:00 +0000

Ranorex at STARWEST 2009 — the premier software testing conference that brings you the most up-to-date information, tools, and technologies available in the industry today.

Learn more about automated testing with Ranorex and see how to analyze applications and make an automated testing more effective. Ask questions and get answers directly from a Ranorex Professionals.

Ranorex at STARWEST 2008

During the conference Ranorex presented the first preview of Ranorex 2.0 the Next Generation of Automated Testing. Further STARWEST allowed Ranorex to speak with many testers to exchange experiences and needs in software test automation. Ranorex at Starwest 2008]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/visit-us-at-starwest-2009.html Data Driven Testing Tutorial available http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/a48BNcv70A8/data-driven-testing.html The Data Driven Testing Tutorial explains how to integrate Data-Driven Testing into Ranorex... Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:56:00 +0000 ]]> http://www.ranorex.com/support/user-guide-20/data-driven-testing.html Resizing windows and dialogs with Ranorex http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/ESRihTsk8R8/resize-window In cases of .NET forms it’s possible to set the size value of an application form directly using the Ranorex invoke mechanism. But if you’d like to change the size of forms which are not of type .NET WinForms you need to simulate mouse move actions to point it exactly to the lower right corner. [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=163 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:44:40 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/S4Pa1nppIJA/resize-window Ranorex 2.1 released with Flash/Flex Test Automation Plugin http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/aK16tEDtzh8/ranorex-21-released-flashflex-test-automation-plugin.html Ranorex 2.1 has been released and adds support for Adobe Flash/Flex test automation. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:20:00 +0000
Based on the flexible plug-in mechanism the Ranorex tool set functionality grows constantly and is now capable of identifying and automating Adobe Flash/Flex applications. Read more...

Download Ranorex V2.1 or read the release notes.

Ranorex Recorder with User Code Actions

Within Ranorex Studio V2.1, the Ranorex Recorder provides the ability to declare user code actions which are executed as standard actions. Here are a few examples:
  • Convert simple keyboard inputs to data driven actions
  • Extend recordings with conditional code or loop actions
  • Extend recordings with specific validation actions
  • Reuse of commonly used test modules within recordings
  • Allow testers without extensive programming skills to reuse code actions through the Recorder's actions table
  • Create configurable, parameter-driven recordings
  • ... and a lot more!
How to extend recordings with user code...

Image Processing

Additionally, another new component of the 2.1 version is an intelligent image processing engine to identify objects based on graphical screen information.

Please see the online documentation for more information:
]]> http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/ranorex-21-released-flashflex-test-automation-plugin.html Upcoming Flash/Flex Test Automation Plug-in http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/mREhgoDml6I/upcoming-flex-test-automation-plug-in.html By the end of April 2009, Ranorex extends its multiple technology support in Test Automation with... Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:03:00 +0000
  • Test automation of all types of Adobe Flex controls
  • RanoreXPath identification using Flex specific attributes (AutomationName, Id, Type, etc.)

    • Image Processing

    Also part of the upcoming version will be an intelligent image processing engine to identify objects based on graphical screen information.
    • More automation flexibility within owner drawn GUI controls
    • Simple validation mechanism based on screen information
    ]]>     http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/upcoming-flex-test-automation-plug-in.html     Ranorex on SQA Forums http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/6l_mTQL5TBs/ranorex-on-sqa-forums.html SQA Forums is the most popular Software Testing and Quality Assurance discussions site. With over... Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:03:00 +0000 SQA Forums is the most popular Software Testing and Quality Assurance discussions site. With over 50 forums that cover almost every area in software testing, quality assurance and quality engineering.


    Now you can also discuss topics related to Ranorex Automation Framework including Ranorex Spy, Ranorex Recorder and the test development environment - Ranorex Studio:

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    Feel free to ask questions or share information with other Ranorex users.
    ]]>     http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/ranorex-on-sqa-forums.html     Using Ranorex 1.5 And 2.X Together in the Same Project http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/8ugsRgRgiXY/using-ranorex-15-and-2x-together-in-the-same-project Download Sample Project (11KB) Requirements: Ranorex 1.5 and 2.x installed on same machine. .NET 3.5 if you are using Ranorex Studio. Steps: Open an existing project that uses (References) the RanorexNet.DLL ( .csproj) Select the RanorexNet reference and open the properties. Give it a new alias for example RanorexNet . In all code files where the Ranorex namespace is used add extern alias [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=133 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:54:29 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/IT84nl2X8IM/using-ranorex-15-and-2x-together-in-the-same-project A first look at Windows 7 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/Fy0OnQPW0W8/a-first-look-at-windows-7 With the new version of windows on the horizon, we had a first look at how Ranorex performs in the new environment. As it turns out, it works quite well. In the following, I want to point out a few interesting differences I found between Vista and Windows 7. The first stop is the new taskbar. [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=93 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:09:32 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/ufJHJ2Mx-Xs/a-first-look-at-windows-7 Ranorex 2.0 released http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/F07_TBAcp5M/ranorex-20-released.html Ranorex 2.0 delivers greater speed and ease of use in developing automated UI tests. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:27:00 +0000
    Download Ranorex 2.0

    New features include:

    • Capture/Replay Editor
    • Excellent GUI Object Recognition based on RanoreXPath
    • Code generation (C#, VB.NET, Python)
    • Manual editing of recorded actions
    • Validation support

    Ranorex Spy

    • Analysis of applications and websites
    • RanoreXPath generation
    • Repository browser for global GUI mapping
    • See how it works…

    Technology supported

    • Win32 applications
    • Webtesting for IE (Web 2.0/Ajax support)
    • WinForms (including execution of control code)
    • Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
    • MSAA based applications (Java SWT, Silverlight)
    • 3rd party controls (Infragistics, Devexpress)

    Ranorex Studio

    • Integrates all the Ranorex tools (Spy, Repository, Recorder)
    • Code editor for C#, VB.NET, Python
    • Debugger
    • Code completion
    • Syntax highlighting

    Roadmap 2009

    We're already working to further enhance Ranorex V2.0:
    • Extended support for Firefox
    • Ranorex Tools Plug-In for Microsoft Visual Studio
    • Advanced customer specific validation
    • Fully integrated Automation Designer for non-programmers
    • Monkey Testing, a new method for automated testing
    • Extended support for Adobe AIR/Flex applications
    ]]>     http://www.ranorex.com/news/article/ranorex-20-released.html     Ranorex V2.0 - Working with the new core http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/Bw-A8yGymgs/ranorex-v20-working-with-the-new-core Based on the current online available preview version of Ranorex V2.0 following blog post describes how to do test automation based on the new Ranorex elements and RanoreXPath. Download Infragistics Ultragrid Sample (5KB) The test automation code requires a running DynamicStyling application provided through the Infragistics NetAdvantage demo kit. Ranorex V2.0 comes with a totally redesigned core automation [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=89 Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:03:38 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/iuklGcEDZ9g/ranorex-v20-working-with-the-new-core Data driven test automation with Excel http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/QHiEj_DwWKE/data-driven-test-automation-with-excel Download Ranorex Download Ranorex Studio Excel Sample for Ranorex 2.0 (15KB) Microsoft Excel is often used to store and manage test cases and test data. Why? Because Excel is a widespread tool. Nearly every Windows based machine has installed Microsoft Office. Following example describes how to feed a Ranorex test automation process with test data stored within an [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?page_id=85 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:08:05 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/0lhyD6W5a00/data-driven-test-automation-with-excel Transfering data to and from a .NET control http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/wBrF70ydM3U/transfering-data-to-and-from-a-net-control Whenever you want to retrieve data from a .NET control using Ranorex, the data needs to be marshalled across process boundaries. In the Control class Ranorex provides methods - like the GetPropertyValue, SetPropertyValue, InvokeMethod, and InvokeRemotely - that handle the cross process marshalling of data for you. However, to be transferable, the data (parameters and [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=84 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:38:40 +0000 ]]> http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/IPsDVRIEJUM/transfering-data-to-and-from-a-net-control Ranorex automates Ranorex http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex/~3/ubC77IxAKtk/ranorex-automates-ranorex Does Ranorex test their own products with Ranorex? Yes, they do, as following sample describes. The Ranorex WebSpy tool is one of the user interfaces provided by the Automation Framework for analyzing web applications. To start with, when you use Ranorex Spy to examine WebSpy it looks as if it will be quite easy to automate the [...] http://www.ranorex.com/blog/?p=81 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:57:53 +0000 ]]> Test Automation http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ranorex-blog/~3/rt6bZuBWFmM/ranorex-automates-ranorex