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Version: 1.28

Welcome to Okteto Test

Okteto Test is a new feature designed to seamlessly integrate testing into your development workflow on the Okteto platform. Whether you're running unit tests or end-to-end (E2E) tests, Okteto Test ensures an efficient testing experience before and after making a pull request.

Why Okteto Test?​

This is how the software development process looks like for application based on microservicies before adopting Okteto:

Classic Software Development

Developers set up local development environments with tools like Docker Compose, CI (Continuous integration) runs tests on a dedicated virtual machine, and production runs on Kubernetes. This setup leads to inconsistencies because the app runs on different platforms at different stages between (dev, CI, production), often resulting in unexpected bugs and integration issues.

After adopting Okteto for Development Environments, this is how the software development process looks like:

Okteto for Development

Now your dev and production environments run on Kubernetes, reducing integration issues between dev and prod. But there's still a gap: CI is running on a different platform. Why not leverage Okteto to run CI on Kubernetes as well?

Okteto for Testing

By using Okteto Test and Preview Environments, you can run CI on Okteto, and ensure your entire software development cycle runs on Kubernetes. This minimizes integration and configuration issues, making your development process smoother and more efficient.

Benefits of Okteto Test​

1. Seamless Integration and Remote Execution​

Developers can execute tests in the same remote production-like Kubernetes environment where their code runs - without having to install anything locally. Running your tests in the cluster network simplifies access to private services, reduces latency, ensures consistency and reduces configuration overhead.

2. Simplified Configuration​

The new test section in the Okteto manifest supports multiple Test Containers, allowing you to define your test environment with minimal YAML configuration. This eliminates the need for complex setups and advanced Kubernetes knowledge.

Getting Started with Okteto Test​

View our Getting Started with Okteto Test Guide to learn how to configure Test Containers.

Get Involved​

Okteto Test is a new feature. We value your feedback and encourage you to share your experiences and suggestions. Join our community, participate in discussions, and help us improve Okteto Test.