Systems | Development | Analytics | API | Testing

2024 has been a transformative year for Katalon, filled with key updates and features designed to address the evolving needs of testers and teams worldwide. With 34 major releases across our suite of products, we’ve focused on making testing faster, smarter, and more efficient for a broad range of use cases. Here’s a look back at the most significant and impactful updates from 2024 to ensure you’re equipped for success in your testing journey.

Test automation is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. But beneath the promise of faster releases and streamlined testing lies a reality few anticipate: automation isn’t a set-it-and-forget-it solution. Beneath the surface, test maintenance poses some hefty hidden costs. If not handled well, these costs can snowball, derailing both budgets and timelines.

The GUI is the very first thing users see when they interact with your web/application. To do GUI testing is to craft the best first impression for your users. You can do GUI testing either manually or automatically. Automated GUI testing significantly reduces the risk of false positives. In this article, we’ll explore the concept of GUI testing, why it’s important, and GUI testing best practices.