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Automation Integration in TestRay DC: Uniting Manual and Automated Testing in Jira

Updated: Sep 17

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When it comes to testing, most teams operate in two different worlds. They handle manual testing in Jira, where they track requirements and test cases. Meanwhile, automated testing occurs in CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Bamboo, where scripts run and results are stored.


The issue? Teams waste countless hours switching between systems. They copy results manually and struggle to maintain traceability.


That’s why TestRay for Jira Data Center (DC) includes a powerful feature: Automation Integration. This feature brings your manual and automated testing together inside Jira, creating a single source of truth for your entire QA process.


What Is Automation Integration in TestRay for Jira Data Center?


Automation Integration in TestRay connects Jira-native test management with your CI/CD pipelines, such as Jenkins and Bamboo.


  • Trigger Jenkins or Bamboo jobs directly inside TestRay — no tool-switching required.

  • Map TestRay Test Cases to automation scripts in frameworks like JUnit, Selenium, TestNG, and Robot.

  • Automatically sync execution results back into TestRay — ensuring test cycles always reflect the latest state.


In short, it eliminates the need to switch between Jira and external automation tools. This creates a single source of truth where manual and automated testing workflows, results, and traceability all live together.


It’s not just a connector; it’s a bridge that unifies the two worlds of manual and automated QA inside Jira.


How Automation Integration in TestRay for Jira Data Center Works


  1. Set up once, use forever: Configure your CI credentials (Jenkins or Bamboo) in TestRay’s global settings. This allows TestRay to securely connect and trigger jobs.

  2. Map test cases to scripts: Each TestRay Test Case can be linked to its corresponding automation script. When a script is executed, TestRay knows exactly which test to update.

  3. Trigger CI jobs from Jira: From a Test Cycle in TestRay, you can run Jenkins/Bamboo jobs directly — no need to log into a separate system.

  4. Results come back automatically: Once the automation job finishes, TestRay reads the results file and updates the test executions in Jira. Pass/fail data is right there next to your requirements and manual test results.


Why Automation Integration in TestRay for Jira Data Center Matters


Automation Integration isn’t just a convenience feature — it’s a game changer:


  • Single Source of Truth: All your test results, manual and automated, live in Jira.

  • End-to-End Traceability: From requirement to test case, execution, and result, every step is linked and visible.

  • Productivity Boost: Testers no longer have to jump between Jira and CI tools or copy-paste results.

  • Audit and Compliance Ready: Executions are logged in Jira, making reporting and audits simpler.

  • Faster Feedback Loops: Automation runs can be triggered and analyzed without leaving the TestRay workflow.


Supported Tools and Frameworks


  • CI Tools: Jenkins, Bamboo

  • Automation Frameworks: JUnit, Selenium, TestNG, Robot


This means you don’t have to change your automation stack — TestRay adapts to how your teams already work.


The Business Value of Automation Integration in TestRay for Jira Data Center


Automation Integration helps teams:


  • Reduce manual effort by cutting redundant steps.

  • Improve accuracy by syncing real test results automatically.

  • Increase delivery speed by keeping testing aligned with development pipelines.

  • Scale more confidently by managing both manual and automated test coverage in one place.


Enhancing Your Testing Strategy


To maximize the benefits of Automation Integration, consider the following strategies:


Streamline Your Processes


Start by analyzing your current testing processes. Identify bottlenecks and areas where manual effort is high. By streamlining these processes, you can enhance efficiency and reduce overhead.


Foster Collaboration


Encourage collaboration between your manual and automated testing teams. Share insights and results to create a cohesive testing strategy. This will help ensure that everyone is aligned and working towards the same goals.


Invest in Training


Ensure that your team is well-trained in using TestRay and its Automation Integration features. This investment will pay off in improved productivity and better testing outcomes.


Monitor and Adjust


Regularly monitor your testing processes and outcomes. Use the insights gained to make adjustments as needed. This will help you stay agile and responsive to changing requirements.


Want to go deeper? Watch our micro-webinar with Cheney Ma, Product Manager of TestRay, where he walks through Automation Integration step by step:


  • CI configuration in TestRay

  • Starting and triggering CI jobs

  • Retrieving and updating results inside Jira

  • Using public APIs for automation testing


Watch the Webinar Recording


Ready to Simplify Your Testing?


If your team is tired of context-switching between Jira and CI tools, Automation Integration in TestRay DC can help. Bring your manual and automated testing together, reduce overhead, and give your QA team more time to focus on what really matters: ensuring quality at speed.


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