Dataset

Overview

A dataset is a collection of input data used for the parameters included in a test flow. First, you must define your test flow in the Flow module and ensure that the steps added to each scenario have a well-defined template. The templates for all the Steps in the flow will be used to create your dataset.

View

In the upper left corner, select your project from the Select Project dropdown list. Only the datasets associated with the selected project are displayed on the left pane.

Edit a dataset

To view or modify the details of a dataset, select the dataset from the left pane that lists all datasets associated with the selected project. You can change any detail by directly editing the corresponding field. Ensure to click Update after making your modifications.

The search feature allows you to filter the list of datasets by providing a keyword or the full name of a dataset. Only the datasets that match the provided keyword or name will be displayed in the view.

Create a dataset

To create a dataset, click on the icon on the top left pane and enter valid values to the following:

Field NameDescription
Dataset NameName of the dataset.

Mandatory: Yes
Test Flow

Dropdown list displays all test flows defined in the Scenarios and Steps associated with it.

Mandatory: Yes

Step Dataset TemplateTo view or modify a dataset template, first select a scenario and then choose the corresponding step. Next, select a template from all the templates defined for the chosen step.

After selecting a template, the Request payload will be displayed.

Mandatory: Yes
Source Type

Specifies the type where the parameter will get its value. Possible values are the following:

  • Default Value — Value comes from the step dataset template or the user input variable submitted during the bulk dataset upload via the Excel template.
  • Project Variable — Value comes from a project variable.

Mandatory: Yes

Source ValueSpecifies the value to be used by the parameter.

To modify the pre-defined value of a project variable source, select a variable from the dropdown list.

To modify the pre-defined value of a static variable source, directly enter the new value in the textbox.

Mandatory: Yes

Upload a Bulk Dataset

The Dataset module allows you to upload large datasets by using a predefined Excel template. You can format your data according to the specified template, then it can be uploaded into the system.