A batch queue allows you to run many scripts one after the other. It also allows you to create batch queue plug-in modules that perform specific tasks such as downloading a new software version and then running scripts on this new software.
Running a batch queue is the same as running a script via the Run or Run Continuously options. If you select run continuously all the items in the queue are executed in order and then from the start again.
To add a file to the batch queue either select Add File to Batch Queue or select the file(s) in explorer and drag them to the batch queue window.
By default Batch Queues support the following file types:-
| Extension | Description |
|---|---|
| TSR | Test Script Runner Script |
| BAT | Windows Command Batch File |
| PL | Perl Script |
You can add support for other files by creating a batch queue plug-in module by following the step by step guide in the link.
Batch Queues have a number of different options, settable via the Execution Menu, that determine how they run.
Each time a batch queue is run a new results file is created. An example batch queue results file can be found at Regression_2009_07_20_20_07_23.xml.
This provides an overall result and a list of each script run along with links to its results.