Glossary

A value provided to customize a process. Testkube uses parameters for test inputs.

A per-test pricing model charges based on the number or duration of test runs, a common consumption-based approach in SaaS testing platforms.

Assessing system speed and stability. Testkube enables performance tests directly in Kubernetes clusters.

A sequence of automated steps in software delivery, such as building, testing, and deploying. Testkube integrates into pipelines for automated testing.

Pipeline Sprawl is the uncontrolled growth of isolated CI/CD pipelines that fragment quality and governance. Testkube solves this by centralizing testing across tools in one Kubernetes-native platform.

Pipeline-coupled testing ties all test executions directly to CI/CD pipelines, making them inflexible and resource-intensive.

A modern browser testing framework. Testkube can execute Playwright tests in Kubernetes.

The smallest deployable unit in Kubernetes, containing one or more containers. Testkube runs each test in its own pod for isolation and scalability.

Post-flight testing validates that Kubernetes systems remain stable and functional after upgrades, deployments, or configuration changes, ensuring no regressions were introduced.

A tool for building and running API tests. Testkube integrates with Postman collections to execute API tests natively in Kubernetes.

Postman performance testing tools extend Postman’s basic capabilities by enabling large-scale load simulation, advanced analytics, and automated performance validation across distributed environments.

Pre-flight testing validates configurations and environments before Kubernetes changes, preventing deployment errors and ensuring safe, compliant updates through automated pre-deployment checks.

Production reliability testing simulates real-world traffic and infrastructure conditions to evaluate system stability, resilience, and performance before users are impacted.

A monitoring and metrics collection system. Testkube integrates with Prometheus for test metrics.

Setting up infrastructure automatically. Testkube provisioning involves deploying its components into Kubernetes clusters.

QA tools are software applications used to ensure software quality, functionality, and performance before release. They automate validation tasks, manage test cases, and integrate quality assurance into the development process.

Quality Gates are automated checkpoints in CI/CD pipelines that verify code quality, test results, and compliance before merges or deployments, ensuring only validated changes reach production.

A Java-based API testing library. Testkube can orchestrate REST Assured tests in Kubernetes.

Ensuring new changes don’t break existing features. Testkube orchestrates regression tests automatically in pipelines.

A summary of test results. Testkube generates reports with logs, artifacts, and metrics.

A place to store code, configurations, or test definitions. Testkube can read tests from Git repositories.

An object managed by Kubernetes, such as pods, services, or secrets. Testkube creates resources like pods and jobs for test executions.

The outcome of a test run: pass, fail, or error. Testkube captures results centrally.

Scalable test execution is the ability to run tests in parallel across distributed environments, enabling faster feedback and efficient handling of large workloads.

Adjusting resources up or down. Testkube leverages Kubernetes scaling for parallel or high-volume test execution.

A file containing a series of commands. Testkube can execute test scripts stored as artifacts or Git resources.

A Kubernetes object for storing sensitive information like passwords. Testkube injects secrets into test pods securely.

Safely handling sensitive data like API keys, tokens, or passwords. Testkube integrates with Kubernetes Secrets to securely inject secrets into test executions.

Secure test orchestration coordinates automated testing within isolated or restricted environments to protect sensitive data and maintain compliance.

A framework for automating browser tests. Testkube runs Selenium tests in Kubernetes for scalable UI testing.

A stable endpoint that routes traffic to pods in Kubernetes. Testkube may expose test results or APIs via services.

A command-line interpreter used to execute commands. Testkube’s CLI operates in shell environments.

Moving testing earlier in development pipelines to catch defects sooner and reduce costly late-stage failures. Testkube integrates directly with CI/CD so tests shift left in the workflow.

Running tests in staging or production environments to validate reliability, resilience, and real-world performance.

Basic tests to check if a system is stable enough for deeper testing. Testkube supports smoke test orchestration.

A backup of persistent storage. Useful for preserving test environments or artifacts.

Software testing applications, also known as software testing tools, help teams plan, execute, and manage the testing process across functional, performance, and security layers. They improve test efficiency, accuracy, and coverage while reducing manual effort and human error.

Software for testing refers to tools and frameworks that help verify the quality, reliability, and performance of applications. These tools automate test execution, detect defects, and ensure code behaves as expected under various conditions.

Persistent storage for Kubernetes workloads. Testkube may use persistent volumes to save test artifacts.

Pushing systems beyond normal limits to find breaking points. Testkube orchestrates stress tests in Kubernetes environments.

A predefined structure for creating resources. Testkube may use templates for test manifests or pipelines.

An infrastructure-as-code tool for provisioning resources. Testkube can be deployed using Terraform scripts.

Metrics and insights generated from test executions to help teams identify trends, flaky tests, and performance issues. Testkube provides analytics across test runs and environments.

Files or data generated as a result of running a test, such as logs, screenshots, or performance reports. Testkube stores and manages test artifacts for analysis and debugging.

A defined scenario specifying inputs, actions, and expected outcomes. Testkube executes test cases via its orchestrated workflows.

Data used as input for tests. Testkube can manage test data through config maps, secrets, or Git resources.

Creating, masking, and managing realistic test data while protecting sensitive production information. Testkube handles configs and secrets injection into test pods, but full test data virtualization is outside its scope.

The process of automatically identifying test definitions across repositories or infrastructure. Testkube supports discovering tests defined in Git repos or clusters.

A component in Testkube responsible for running a specific type of test, such as Postman collections, k6 scripts, or Selenium tests, inside Kubernetes environments.

Selecting and executing only the tests affected by code changes to accelerate pipelines and feedback.

The process of coordinating when, where, and how tests run across environments, tools, and infrastructure. Testkube acts as a test orchestration platform for Kubernetes, managing and automating complex testing workflows.

Test parallelization splits test suites into smaller groups that run at the same time across multiple executors, reducing total test duration and speeding up feedback.

The practice of defining tests in a way that they can be run across multiple environments, configurations, or pipelines. Testkube supports reusable test definitions stored in version control.

Test reuse and governance ensure consistent testing standards, reusability, and centralized control across teams and environments.

A single execution of a test in Testkube, capturing results, logs, artifacts, and any failures.

Running automated tests on a defined schedule, such as nightly builds or recurring pipeline triggers. Testkube supports cron-like scheduling inside Kubernetes for recurring test runs.

A sequence of actions defining how tests are triggered, executed, and reported in Testkube. Workflows integrate with CI/CD pipelines and external tools.

TestOps manages and scales testing within DevOps pipelines, combining automation, analytics, and environment control for continuous quality feedback.

Testing cost optimization reduces expenses from overused CI pipelines, commercial test grids, and redundant infrastructure.

Testing tools are software applications and frameworks that automate, manage, and streamline the process of software testing. They help ensure quality, reliability, and performance across every stage of the development lifecycle.

A credential used for authentication. Testkube uses tokens for secure API and Git integrations.

Tool fragmentation happens when teams rely on multiple uncoordinated testing tools across environments, causing duplicated effort and inconsistent results.

Tool sprawl is the fragmentation that occurs when multiple testing tools operate in isolation, creating inefficiency that orchestration platforms like Testkube solve.

Tools for testers are software applications that automate, manage, and improve testing workflows. They help QA engineers, developers, and DevOps teams ensure reliability, performance, and functionality across web, mobile, and API systems.

An event that starts a process, like running a test. Testkube supports triggers from CI/CD tools, webhooks, or schedules.

Verifying individual components or functions in isolation to ensure correctness before integration.

Checking whether results meet expectations. Testkube validates test outcomes automatically.

A placeholder for values that can change. Testkube supports variables in test configurations.

Systems for tracking changes to code and files. Testkube relies on version control for managing test definitions and configurations.

A storage resource mounted into pods. Testkube may use volumes for test result storage.

An HTTP callback triggered by events. Testkube can use webhooks to start test runs from external systems.

A defined series of steps to accomplish tasks like testing or deployment. Testkube manages workflows for test orchestration.