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GORILLA LOGIC ANNOUNCES NEWEST VERSION OF FONEMONKEY AUTOMATED TESTING TOOL FOR IPHONE AND IPAD APPLICATIONS

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:16:11 +0000

Latest version incorporates new UIWebView support and recorded speed playback features for iOS devices BOULDER, Colo., Dec. 5, 2011 â�� Gorilla Logic, (www.gorillalogic.com), a leader in enterprise application development services and creators of open source test tools for mobile and Rich Internet Applications (RIA), today announced the latest version of FoneMonkey for iOS, the popular open source functional testing tool for iPhone and iPad applications. â��This most recent release of FoneMonkey for iOS adds several key enhancements based on requests from the open source community of iOS developers,â�� explained Stu Stern, CEO and president of Gorilla Logic. â��We are committed to meeting the needs of the open source community through frequent updates to FoneMonkey for iOS to provide developers and QA team members with rich features that help them ensure their testing is completed faster and with more accuracy.â�� Features added to the newest version of FoneMonkey for iOS make it easier for developers and QA team members to conduct automated testing of their iOS applications. These features include: â�¢ A new capability to run HTML Selenese scripts within a UIWebView â�� enabling Selenium testing of embedded web apps for the very first time â�¢ An option to playback scripts at recorded speed which increases productivity of developers â�¢ Console options to set playback speed/timeout from the console, allowing users to the option to set faster playback speeds when they do not need to see steps during playback or slower playback speeds if they want to watch and inspect each step during playback â�¢ Commands retry until timeout so the WaitFor command no longer is necessary when waiting for data Stern says now testers with no Objective-C knowledge can use JavaScript as an alternative to extend FoneMonkey-generated tests. This allows them to easily create tests and suites of tests in Javascript. In addition, data driving capabilities allow developers to create CSV databases to drive tests with unique data per each test. This allows users to create one test that can be run many times using different data to help them see how an application responds using multiple data sets. Finally, this latest version supports Selenese HTML scripts which enables developers not only to test native functionality of their applications, but also the parts implemented in UIWebViews, adding more test support for those who use web technologies in their applications. Gorilla Logic's passion for delivering quality software applications for enterprise customers led to the creation of FoneMonkey. It is the only test tool for iOS and, most recently, Android, that records all actions on an iPhone, iPad or Android phone while in use and plays them back as a test script at any time. It enables the interactive creation, editing and playback of automation scripts that exercise an application's user interface. Using FoneMonkey, developers and quality assurance team members can create suites of tests that automate and perform user operation sequences, and then verify results. FoneMonkey supports development as well as QA testing, and tests can easily be incorporated into continuous integration environments. Availability The latest release of FoneMonkey is available now and can be downloaded at (http://www.gorillalogic.com/fonemonkey). To read more about the latest announcement and what it means for the FoneMonkey community, please visit (http://blog.gorillalogic.com/). For more information on Gorilla Logic, please visit: (www.gorillalogic.com). About Gorilla Logic Gorilla Logic provides custom enterprise application development services to many of the worldâ��s leading software-driven organizations. It has a rich history of applying software engineering best practices to reduce the time and cost of delivering high-quality, full-featured applications with advanced functionality. Its technical leadership in mobile, rich Internet and enterprise applications showcases its broad platform expertise and exemplifies its commitment to software development best practices and quality. Its innovative work with emerging development platforms led to the creation of two industry leading open source tools for automated testing, FlexMonkey (Flex applications) and FoneMonkey (iPhone/iPad Apps). To download Gorilla Logicâ��s open source tools, and to learn more about the company and its services, please visit (www.gorillalogic.com). # # # Media Contact: Christie Denniston Catapult PR-IR Office: 303-581-7760, ext. 13 Mobile: 303-827-5164 cdenniston@catapultpr-ir.com

FoneMonkey 5: Open Source Testing Tool for iPhone, iPad – Mobile App Testing

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 02:00:56 +0000

FoneMonkey 5: Open Source Testing Tool for iPhone, iPad

Posted on 04/04/2011 in iPhone App Testing, Mobile App Development, Mobile App Testing by Mike Brown

If you had to pick two words typically NOT associated with testing iPhone and iPad apps, "automation" and "agile" would be near the top of the list . As of today, that no longer applies, as Gorilla Logic released FoneMonkey 5, the latest version of their open-source functional testing tool for the iPhone and iPad platforms.

The tool is sure to become a go-to among iOS developers, as no other mobile testing product offers a comprable suite of features. In fact, FoneMoneky 5 is currently the only tool for iOS that records all actions with the iPhone or iPad (while in use) and plays them back as a test script at any time. Even better, the tools enables interactive creation, editing and playback of automation scripts that exercise an application's user interface.

Essentially, what this means is that developers and testers can now create suites of tests that automate and perform user operation sequences, and then verify results. A game-changer in the testing space, no doubt about it. Oh, and did I mention that it works on both simulators and real devices?

You can watch a video demo of the product here.

To continue reading the full article, please click here: http://www.mobileapptesting.com/fonemonkey-5-open-source-testing-tool-for-iphone-ipad/2011/04/

Gorilla Logic’s FoneMonkey Test Tool for iOS – Dr. Dobbs Journal

Gorilla Logic's FoneMonkey Test Tool for iOS

By Adrian Bridgwater, April 04, 2011

Developer option to create 'suites of tests' that automate user operation sequences

Open source test tool company Gorilla Logic is aiming to extend its reach in mobile and rich Internet applications (RIA) development with FoneMonkey 5, the latest version of its open source functional testing tool for iPhone and iPad applications. The rationale for a new version release is an additional function that automates the detection of bugs prior to release. The product is also singled out for its ability to work as the only test tool for iOS that records all user actions and plays them back.

After recording user actions with the iPhone or iPad while in use, FoneMonkey works by playing them back as a test script at any time. It enables the interactive creation, editing, and playback of automation scripts that exercise an application's user interface. Using this tool, developers and quality assurance team members can create 'suites of tests' that automate and perform user operation sequences and then verify results. Gorilla Logic says that FoneMonkey supports development as well as QA testing -- and tests can easily be incorporated into continuous integration environments.

"FoneMonkey fills a gap in the iPhone/iPad developer's toolkit and makes Agile development a reality through automated testing, something that has never been feasible for this critical consumer platform with millions of users worldwide," said Stu Stern, president and CEO of Gorilla Logic and cocreator of FoneMonkey. "FoneMonkey is a single tool that can be used effectively by both engineering and QA organizations, from one-person startups to large enterprises."

To view the full article at Dr. Dobbs Journal, please click here: http://drdobbs.com/mobility/229400886

GORILLA LOGIC RELEASES NEWEST VERSION OF FONEMONKEY OPEN SOURCE TESTING TOOL FOR IPHONE AND IPAD APPLICATIONS

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 22:16:44 +0000

GORILLA LOGIC RELEASES NEWEST VERSION OF FONEMONKEY OPEN SOURCE TESTING TOOL FOR IPHONE AND IPAD APPLICATIONS

FoneMonkey is the only test tool for iOS that records all user actions and plays them back

BROOMFIELD, Colo., April 4, 2011 - Gorilla Logic, (www.gorillalogic.com), a leader in enterprise application development services and creators of open source test tools for mobile and rich Internet applications, today announced FoneMonkey 5, the latest version of the open source functional testing tool for iPhone and iPad applications. FoneMonkey improves application quality by automating the detection of bugs prior to release, shortening time-to-market and reducing development and testing costs by lowering the need for resource-intensive manual testing processes.

"FoneMonkey fills a huge gap in the iPhone/iPad developer's toolkit and makes Agile development a reality through automated testing, something that has never been feasible for this critical consumer platform with millions of users worldwide," said Stu Stern, president and CEO of Gorilla Logic and co-creator of FoneMonkey. "FoneMonkey is a single, easy-to-learn tool that can be used effectively by both engineering and QA organizations, from one-person startups to large enterprises."

Gorilla Logic's passion for delivering quality software applications for enterprise customers led to the creation of FoneMonkey. It is the only test tool for iOS that records all actions with the iPhone or iPad while in use and plays them back as a test script at any time. It enables the interactive creation, editing and playback of automation scripts that exercise an application's user interface. Using FoneMonkey, developers and quality assurance team members can create suites of tests that automate and perform user operation sequences, and then verify results. FoneMonkey supports development as well as QA testing, and tests can easily be incorporated into continuous integration environments.

FoneMonkey 5 offers new features that provide a tremendous boost to application quality. Already a leader in automated user testing, Gorilla Logic has spent the last year incubating the FoneMonkey project with the help and feedback from the open source community. New features include:

Robust script recording and playback - more comprehensive recording and playback for user interactions, including taps, keyboard input, dragging and scrolling for all Cocoa Touch components.
Code generation options - FoneMonkey can now generate ready-to-run test scripts in Objective-C that can be run under OCUnit, or JavaScript that can be run with Apple's UI Automation tools.
Optimized for both iPhone and iPad platforms and user interfaces.
FoneMonkey now works on both simulators and real devices.
Test playbacks can be completely automated.

In addition, Gorilla Logic offers QuickStart, support and training services to help organizations maximize the return on investment with test automation. It also created FlexMonkey, the leading open-source tool for automated testing of applications built with Adobe Flex technology, that has seen thousands of downloads.

For more information and to download a free copy of FoneMonkey or FlexMonkey please visit (http://www.gorillalogic.com/fonemonkey).

About Gorilla Logic

Gorilla Logic provides custom enterprise application development services to many of the world's leading software-driven organizations. It has a rich history of applying software engineering best practices to reduce the time and cost of delivering high-quality, full-featured applications with advanced functionality. Its technical leadership in mobile, rich Internet and enterprise applications showcases its broad platform expertise and exemplifies its commitment to software development best practices and quality. Its innovative work with emerging development platforms led to the creation of two industry leading open source tools for automated testing, FlexMonkey (Flex applications) and FoneMonkey (iPhone/iPad Apps). To download Gorilla Logic's open source tools, and to learn more about the company and its services, please visit (www.gorillalogic.com).

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THOUGHTWORKS STUDIOS LAUNCHES ‘GO MOBILE’ FOR DEVELOPING ENTERPRISE MOBILE APPLICATIONS USING AGILE METHODS

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:34:28 +0000

THOUGHTWORKS STUDIOS LAUNCHES 'GO MOBILE' FOR DEVELOPING ENTERPRISE MOBILE APPLICATIONS USING AGILE METHODS

Best practices, practical content and Go solution provide the knowledge and technology to develop and release enterprise-grade mobile applications

ORLANDO (Agile 2010), Aug. 9, 2010 - ThoughtWorks Studios (www.thoughtworks-studios.com), a global leader in Agile ALM solutions, today announced Go Mobile^TM, a collection of practical content, best practices and technical solutions to help IT organizations build and deploy enterprise-grade mobile applications for the iPhone/iPad, Android and BlackBerry platforms.

"Go Mobile directly addresses the lack of resources that are available to developers and IT organizations that must quickly develop and release high-quality mobile applications," said Adam Monago, vice president of client services for ThoughtWorks Studios. "Through best practices, community input and technology, Go Mobile provides the knowledge and tools developers need to leverage mobile platforms at the enterprise level."

Go Mobile brings together a range of resources, including tooling and supporting engineering practices, for Agile mobile developers working on the iOS (iPhone/iPad), Android and BlackBerry platforms. Based on ThoughtWorks' extensive experience building feature-rich mobile applications, it fills a major gap regarding automated testing and deployment by providing the right infrastructure for successful projects.

Go Mobile is comprised of the following resources:

Main Go Mobile Community Discussion Site - a place to share and gather information from peers including white papers, tutorials and templates

o (http://community.thoughtworks.com/hives/91c513dd90/summary)

Agile Practices for iPhone Development White Paper

o (http://community.thoughtworks.com/posts/8547f6decf)

Frank - Free Automated Testing Tool for iOS - UI testing comprised of several open source tools, notably UISpec, cocoahttpserver, and Cucumber

o (http://community.thoughtworks.com/posts/7b54923c58)

Go - Agile release management for mobile applications - free download for small teams and trial

o (www.thoughtworks-studios.com/go-agile-release-management)

Podcast of ThoughtWorks expert iPad development team discussing mobile application work with a major Global investment bank

o (http://community.thoughtworks.com/posts/fb7868194a)

Web demo on using Go to build and deploy applications to iPhone and iPad

ThoughtWorks (professional services) and ThoughtWorks Studios (Agile ALM solutions) continue to bring real-world experience together to advance best practices around software development. ThoughtWorks' Go Mobile demonstrates how shared knowledge can advance new and emerging development challenges. Complementing this shared knowledge with its free automated test tool Frank, in combination with the Continuous Delivery capabilities of Go, ThoughtWorks Studios is helping organizations deliver value to mobile users without compromising quality.

"It is no surprise that developing a mobile application strategy has become a critical part of an IT organization's technology portfolio," said Monago. "The ubiquity of the BlackBerry, iPhone/iPad and Android phones have changed discussions from if a mobile project should be launched to when. Our clients are asking for the best way to move existing applications onto mobile platforms, and together with the open source community, we are excited to help drive new and better ways of delivering value through software."

For complete information on Go Mobile^TM and its available resources please visit (http://community.thoughtworks.com/hives/91c513dd90/summary). For a free trial of Go^TM, please visit (http://www.thoughtworks-studios.com/user/register&destination=forms/form/go/download)

About ThoughtWorks Studios
ThoughtWorks Studios is the global leader in Agile ALM tools and training. A division of ThoughtWorks®, the pioneer in Agile development and best-practices, it offers the only holistic, fully integrated delivery lifecycle platform designed exclusively for sustainable, enterprise-wide Agile ALM success. Based on ThoughtWorks ground-breaking experience and commitment to software excellence, Adaptive ALM^TM helps organizations manage all aspects of the software development lifecycle - from requirements definition and portfolio management to test automation, quality assurance and release management. The company also provides in-depth training courses that cover all facets of Agile ALM through its Agile Workshops series. Customers include 3M, Barclays, BBC, eBay, Honeywell, McGraw-Hill, Rackspace and Vodafone. ThoughtWorks Studios is headquartered in San Francisco and Bangalore, with offices in London and select cities in Europe, Asia and Australia. For more information, please visit www.thoughtworks-studios.com.

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