CTA Deployment & Troubleshooting

Question 1

What is the primary tool used to build a deployable installer for TestStand systems?

Accepted Answer

Deployment Utility

Answer

The TestStand Deployment Utility is used to package sequences, code modules, and settings into an installer.

Question 2

Why is it important to include support files in deployment?

Accepted Answer

To avoid runtime errors

Answer

Including all dependencies like DLLs, VIs, and configuration files ensures the deployed system functions correctly.

Question 3

Which feature is commonly used for troubleshooting execution issues in TestStand?

Accepted Answer

Breakpoints and execution view

Answer

Breakpoints, the execution trace, and step result inspection help identify where failures occur.

Question 4

What should be done before deploying a TestStand system to production?

Accepted Answer

Test in a staging environment

Answer

Thorough testing in a staging environment helps identify issues before final deployment.

Question 5

How can you resolve missing module errors in TestStand?

Accepted Answer

Check search directories and deployment contents

Answer

Verifying search directories and including all dependencies in the deployment package helps prevent missing module errors.

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