Automation & Scripting Flashcards
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What is the primary benefit of automating repetitive tasks?
Answer: Reduced human error and increased consistency of results
Automation reduces human error and increases consistency by executing tasks the same way every time, freeing staff for higher-value work.
What should be included in every automation script?
Answer: Error handling, logging, and clear documentation of purpose
Error handling, logging, and documentation ensure automation scripts are reliable, debuggable, and maintainable by current and future team members.
When is automation NOT appropriate?
Answer: For one-time tasks or processes requiring complex human judgment
Automation is not cost-effective for one-time tasks or processes requiring complex human judgment that cannot be reduced to clear rules and decision trees.
How should automated processes be monitored?
Answer: Through alerts, dashboards, and regular review of execution logs
Automated processes require ongoing monitoring through alerts and dashboards to detect failures, performance degradation, and unexpected outcomes promptly.
What is the recommended approach for testing automation scripts?
Answer: Test in a non-production environment with realistic data before deployment
Testing in non-production environments with realistic data catches issues before they affect live systems, preventing potential data loss or service disruption.
Why should automation scripts include version control?
Answer: To track changes, enable rollbacks, and support collaborative development
Version control tracks all changes, enables quick rollbacks if issues arise, and supports collaborative development with full change history.