What is a test cycle?

A test cycle is a planned execution run where a set of test cases are assigned, executed, and tracked against a specific build, release, or sprint. It captures pass/fail results, defects, and progress for that testing iteration.

How do test cycles work in TestKase?

In TestKase, you create a test cycle by selecting test cases from your repository, optionally assigning them to team members, and setting a target build or release. Testers execute assigned cases, log results (pass, fail, blocked, skipped), attach evidence, and file defects — all tracked in real time on the cycle dashboard.

Can I run multiple test cycles at once?

Yes. You can run multiple concurrent test cycles — for example, a regression cycle for one release while running a smoke test cycle for another. Each cycle tracks its own progress independently.

Can I include automated test results in a cycle?

Yes. TestKase ingests automated test results from Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Jest, and other frameworks via a CLI reporter. Automated results appear alongside manual results in the same cycle dashboard.

Test Cycle Management

Plan, Execute & Track Test Cycles

Create test runs from your test suite, assign cases to team members, track execution in real time, and report on quality across releases. TestKase gives your QA team complete visibility into every testing iteration — from planning to release.

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Execution Tracking

See progress as testers execute

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Concurrent Cycles

Run regression, smoke, sprint cycles together

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Defect Linking

Log defects from failed tests in one click

Everything for Test Cycle Management

From cycle creation to release reporting — manage every testing iteration with confidence.

Create Cycles from Test Cases

Select test cases from your repository to create a cycle. Filter by folder, tag, priority, or type. Build targeted regression, smoke, or sprint-specific cycles in seconds.

Assign to Team Members

Distribute test cases across your QA team. Each tester sees their assigned cases and can execute, log results, and report blockers from their personal dashboard.

Real-Time Execution Tracking

Track pass, fail, blocked, and skipped statuses as testers execute. See live progress bars, completion percentages, and team activity on the cycle dashboard.

Defect Logging from Cycles

When a test fails, log a defect directly from the execution screen. Defects auto-link to the test case and cycle, and can sync to Jira, GitHub, or GitLab issues.

Cycle Reports & Analytics

View pass/fail distributions, execution progress over time, tester workload, and blocking issues. Export reports for stakeholders or share live dashboard links.

Folder-Based Cycle Organization

Organize cycles into folders by release, sprint, or module. Filter and search across all cycles to find historical results or rerun previous cycle configurations.

Test Cycle Workflow

Plan Your Cycle

Select test cases by folder, tag, or priority. Name your cycle and set the target build or release version.

Assign & Execute

Assign test cases to team members. Testers execute their cases and log pass, fail, blocked, or skipped results with optional evidence.

Track & Fix

Monitor real-time progress on the cycle dashboard. Log defects for failed tests. Defects sync to Jira, GitHub, or GitLab automatically.

Report & Release

Review cycle completion, pass rates, and blocking issues. Share reports with stakeholders and make informed go/no-go decisions for release.

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