Rubyplay Portal QA Automation Plan:

Architecture and Technology Stack

1. Overall Automation Architecture
The QA automation architecture for the Rubyplay Portal will be designed to be robust,
scalable, and maintainable, leveraging modern testing principles and tools. The core
of the architecture will revolve around Playwright, with a strong emphasis on the
Model Context Protocol (MCP) for intelligent test generation and maintenance. The
architecture will follow a layered approach to ensure clear separation of concerns and
ease of management.
1.1. Architectural Layers
1. Test Orchestration Layer: This layer will be responsible for managing the
execution of tests, scheduling, and triggering test runs. It will act as the central
control point for the entire automation suite.
2. Test Generation Layer: This layer will utilize Playwright MCP in Agent Mode to
autonomously explore the Rubyplay Portal application and generate Playwright
tests based on discovered functionalities and user stories. This layer aims to
minimize manual scripting efforts and accelerate test creation.
3. Test Execution Layer: This layer will execute the generated Playwright tests
against the Rubyplay Portal. It will support parallel execution across different
browsers and environments to ensure efficiency and comprehensive coverage.
4. Reporting and Analysis Layer: This layer will collect test results, generate
comprehensive reports, and provide analytical insights into the test runs. It will
be crucial for identifying trends, tracking quality metrics, and facilitating quick
debugging.
5. Test Data Management Layer: This layer will handle the creation, management,
and provisioning of test data required for various test scenarios. It will ensure
that tests have access to consistent and relevant data.
 6. Environment Management Layer: This layer will manage different testing
environments (e.g., development, staging, production-like) and ensure that tests
are executed against the correct and stable environments.

2. Core Technology Stack

The following technologies will form the core of the Rubyplay Portal QA automation
stack:
2.1. Test Automation Framework: Playwright
Playwright will be the primary test automation framework due to its cross-browser
compatibility, fast execution, and robust API. Its key features, such as auto-waiting,
parallel execution, and built-in tracing, make it an ideal choice for modern web
application testing.
2.2. Intelligent Test Generation: Playwright MCP
Playwright MCP (Model Context Protocol) in Agent Mode will be a crucial component
for intelligent test generation. As identified in the research phase, Playwright MCP
allows LLMs to interact with web pages through structured accessibility snapshots,
enabling autonomous navigation and test script generation without manual scripting
[1]. This will significantly reduce the time and effort required to create and maintain
test suites, especially for a dynamic portal like Rubyplay.
2.3. Programming Language: TypeScript/JavaScript
Given Playwright's native support for TypeScript and JavaScript, these languages will
be used for writing test scripts and framework components. TypeScript will be
preferred for larger projects due to its type safety and improved maintainability.
2.4. Reporting Tool: Allure Report (or similar)
Allure Report is a flexible, lightweight, multi-language test reporting tool that provides
clear and interactive reports. It can be easily integrated with Playwright to generate
detailed test execution reports, including test steps, screenshots, and video recordings
of failures. This will aid in quick analysis and debugging.
2.5. Version Control: Git
Git will be used for version control of all test automation code, configurations, and
documentation. A centralized Git repository (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) will
facilitate collaboration among team members and maintain a history of changes.
2.6. Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) System:
Jenkins/GitHub Actions (or similar)
A CI/CD system will be used to automate the test execution process. This will involve
triggering test runs on code commits, nightly builds, or on-demand. The CI/CD pipeline
will also be responsible for generating and publishing test reports.

3. Integration Patterns
3.1. Playwright MCP Integration
The Playwright MCP server will be set up to run in Agent Mode. The LLM (Manus AI in
this case) will interact with the MCP server to generate test scripts based on user
stories and observed application behavior. The generated tests will then be integrated
into the Playwright test suite.
3.2. Test Data Management Integration
Test data will be managed separately from the test scripts. Depending on the
complexity and volume of data, this could involve:
JSON/CSV files: For simpler data sets, test data can be stored in structured files
and loaded by the tests.
Database: For more complex scenarios requiring dynamic data generation or
retrieval, a dedicated test data database or a data virtualization tool might be
considered.
API-driven data setup: Leveraging existing application APIs to set up test data
before test execution.
3.3. Reporting Integration
Playwright's test results will be configured to output in a format compatible with Allure
Report (e.g., JSON). The CI/CD pipeline will then use the Allure command-line interface
(CLI) to generate the HTML reports, which can be published to a web server or
integrated directly into the CI/CD dashboard.
3.4. Environment Configuration
Environment-specific configurations (e.g., base URLs, API endpoints, credentials) will
be managed using environment variables or configuration files. This will allow for easy
switching between different testing environments without modifying the test code.

References
[1] Letting Playwright MCP Explore your site and Write your Tests. (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://dev.to/debs_obrien/letting-playwright-mcp-explore-your-site-and-write-your-
tests-mf1

4. Detailed Implementation Plan

This section outlines a phased approach for implementing the Rubyplay Portal QA
automation solution. Each phase builds upon the previous one, ensuring a structured
and efficient development process.
4.1. Phase 1: Setup and Core Framework Development (Weeks 1-2)
Objective: Establish the foundational automation framework and integrate core
components.
Tasks: * Environment Setup: * Install Node.js and Playwright on the automation
machine/server. * Configure the development environment (VS Code, Git). *
Playwright Project Initialization: * Create a new Playwright project using npm init
playwright@latest . * Configure playwright.config.ts for different browsers
(Chromium, Firefox, WebKit) and environments (development, staging). * Version
Control Integration: * Initialize a Git repository and connect it to a remote repository
(e.g., GitHub, GitLab). * Establish branching strategy (e.g., main , develop , feature
branches). * Basic Test Structure: * Create a tests directory for test files. *
Implement a simple
Page Object Model (POM) structure for a sample page. * Reporting Tool Integration
(Allure): * Install Allure Playwright reporter. * Configure playwright.config.ts to
output Allure results. * Set up a basic script to generate Allure reports.
Deliverables: * Initialized Playwright project with basic configuration. * Version-
controlled automation framework. * Working Allure report generation for a sample
test.
4.2. Phase 2: Playwright MCP Integration and Test Generation (Weeks
3-4)
Objective: Integrate Playwright MCP for autonomous test generation and begin
generating tests based on initial user stories.
Tasks: * Playwright MCP Server Setup: * Install and configure the Playwright MCP
server as per the official documentation [2]. * Ensure the MCP server is accessible to
the LLM agent. * LLM-MCP Interaction Development: * Develop the logic for the LLM
agent to interact with the Playwright MCP server. * Implement the process for the LLM
to provide user stories and receive generated Playwright test scripts. * Test Script
Review and Refinement: * Establish a process for reviewing and refining the
automatically generated test scripts. * Identify common patterns and create reusable
components/functions to improve script maintainability. * Initial Test Suite
Generation: * Generate Playwright tests for a subset of critical user stories using the
MCP agent.
Deliverables: * Operational Playwright MCP server. * Automated test generation
pipeline for initial user stories. * Reviewed and refined Playwright test scripts.
4.3. Phase 3: Test Data Management and Advanced Scenarios (Weeks
5-6)
Objective: Implement robust test data management strategies and address complex
testing scenarios.
Tasks: * Test Data Strategy Implementation: * Based on the application's data
requirements, implement a suitable test data management solution (e.g., JSON files,
API-driven data setup, or a dedicated test data service). * Develop utilities for
generating, loading, and cleaning up test data. * Handling Dynamic Elements and
Asynchronous Operations: * Implement strategies for handling dynamic web
elements (e.g., using more resilient locators, explicit waits). * Address asynchronous
operations and API calls within tests. * Error Handling and Retries: * Implement
robust error handling mechanisms within test scripts. * Configure test retries for flaky
tests to improve test stability. * Cross-Browser and Responsive Testing: * Expand test
execution to cover multiple browsers (Chromium, Firefox, WebKit) and different
viewport sizes to ensure responsiveness.
Deliverables: * Implemented test data management solution. * Enhanced test scripts
capable of handling dynamic elements and asynchronous operations. * Improved test
stability through error handling and retries. * Comprehensive cross-browser and
responsive test coverage.
4.4. Phase 4: CI/CD Integration and Reporting Enhancements (Weeks
7-8)
Objective: Integrate the automation suite into a CI/CD pipeline and enhance reporting
capabilities.
Tasks: * CI/CD Pipeline Setup: * Configure a CI/CD pipeline (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub
Actions) to automatically trigger Playwright test runs on code commits or scheduled
intervals. * Integrate test execution into the build process. * Automated Report
Publishing: * Configure the CI/CD pipeline to automatically generate and publish
Allure reports to a centralized location (e.g., web server, artifact repository). * Set up
notifications for test failures. * Performance and Load Testing (Optional): * Explore
integrating Playwright with performance testing tools (e.g., k6) for basic performance
checks. * Note: For comprehensive load testing, specialized tools are recommended. *
Maintenance and Optimization: * Establish a regular maintenance schedule for the
automation suite (e.g., updating dependencies, refactoring tests). * Continuously
monitor test execution times and optimize for faster feedback.
Deliverables: * Automated CI/CD pipeline for Playwright tests. * Centralized and
accessible test reports. * (Optional) Basic performance testing integration. * Defined
maintenance and optimization processes.
5. Technical Specifications and Dependencies
5.1. Software and Tools
Node.js: Version 18 or newer.
Playwright: Latest stable version.
Playwright MCP: Latest stable version.
Allure Report: Latest stable version.
Git: Latest stable version.
CI/CD System: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar.
Code Editor: Visual Studio Code (recommended).
5.2. Project Structure (Example)
rubyplay-qa-automation/
├── tests/
│ ├── e2e/
│ │ ├── login.spec.ts
│ │ └── dashboard.spec.ts
│ ├── generated/
│ │ └── mcp-generated-tests.spec.ts # Tests generated by Playwright MCP
├── pages/
│ ├── LoginPage.ts
│ └── DashboardPage.ts
├── utils/
│ ├── test-data-helper.ts
│ └── common-functions.ts
├── playwright.config.ts
├── package.json
├── tsconfig.json
├── allure-report/
├── allure-results/
└── README.md

5.3. Naming Conventions and Coding Standards

Test Files: *.spec.ts (e.g., login.spec.ts )
Page Objects: *Page.ts (e.g., LoginPage.ts )
Locators: Use Playwright's recommended locators (e.g., getByRole ,
getByText , getByLabel ). Avoid fragile CSS/XPath selectors where possible.

Functions/Methods: Follow camelCase for function and method names.

 Variables: Follow camelCase for variable names.
Comments: Use clear and concise comments to explain complex logic.
5.4. Error Handling and Logging
Implement try-catch blocks for critical operations within tests.
Utilize Playwright's built-in logging and tracing capabilities.
Integrate with a centralized logging system if available.
5.5. Test Maintenance Guidelines
Regular Review: Periodically review and refactor test scripts to ensure they
remain relevant and efficient.
Flaky Test Management: Investigate and fix flaky tests promptly. Utilize test
retries as a temporary measure, not a permanent solution.
Dependency Updates: Keep Playwright and other dependencies updated to
leverage the latest features and bug fixes.

References
[1] Letting Playwright MCP Explore your site and Write your Tests. (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://dev.to/debs_obrien/letting-playwright-mcp-explore-your-site-and-write-your-
tests-mf1 [2] microsoft/playwright-mcp: Playwright MCP server - GitHub. (n.d.).
Retrieved from https://github.com/microsoft/playwright-mcp