TestModeller.io - Gherkin Tutorial

Welcome to the TestModeller.io Gherkin tutorial !

In this tutorial we'll be covering how to get started with TestModeller.io for Gherkin.

This is aimed for first-time users along with users who have an existing cucumber automation framework or gherkin feature files.

A demonstration of Test Modeller for Gherkin / Cucumber Frameworks covered in this tutorial.

1. How it works

TestModeller.io is a browser-based solution that enables users to:

  • Model a system under test as BPMN-style flowcharts.
  • Automatically generate test cases from the model, optimising testing for time and risk.
  • Define test data at the model-level and generate data at the same time as test cases.
  • Define test automation, automatically executing tests generated in The VIP Test Modeller.
  • Analyse test results and manage existing artefacts, with visual dashboards and a file management system that introduces traceability between test assets.

This quick start guide provides an overview for new users to get started with creating gherkin feature files for consumption in a Cucumber based automation framework.

For the Gherkin language this means creating models which automatically generate gherkin feature files code which can be directly plugged into your Cucumber framework.

TestModeller.io a modelling tool which creates the perfect set of tests into a wide array of test case management systems, and automation frameworks. Along with overlaying the right test data to support your testing.

This section is by no means comprehensive and intended as a quick start guide. If you wish to learn more about modelling we recommend you review our knowledge base along with our video tutorials for a comprehensive guide to creating models and test automation.

2. Prerequisites

Install Prerequisites

Here we'll be installing all the prerequisites you need to get started with TestModeller.io.

  1. Create a free TestModeller.io account
3. Import Feature File (Optional)

Import Feature File

Here we'll be importing an existing gherkin feature file to automatically create a model in TestModeller.io.

4. Model Gherkin

Build a Model

Start creating an gherkin model of the system under test.

If you'd like to learn more about building models we recommend reviewing our knowledge base articles on creating models here.
5. Export Gherkin Feature File

Generate Gherkin

Generate an associated gherkin feature file for your model.

If you'd like to learn more about building models we recommend reviewing our knowledge base articles on creating models here.
6. Test Data

Test Data Automation for Gherkin

Allocate and prepare data for your gherkin specifications.

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