IBM Rational Functional Tester

The IBM Rational Functional Tester is an advanced automated functional testing and regression testing tool categorized under Business, specifically Project Management. The latest version of this sophisticated program is 6.1, and it comes with executable files named 'rpu.exe' and 'rtspla.exe'. Developed by Rational Software, this tool is highly compatible with Windows 10 and 11 operating systems.

Designed to simplify automated testing capabilities, IBM Rational Functional Tester offers an innovative approach to functional testing, regression testing, GUI testing, and data-driven testing. One of its standout features is Storyboard Testing, which uses natural language and rendered screenshots to make test visualization and editing effortless. Whether you need to automate tests resilient to frequent application user interface changes using the ScriptAssure™ technology or validate dynamic data through multiple wizards, verification points, and regular expression patterns support, this tool covers it all.

In addition, integration with Jazz Eclipse Client – incorporating Rational Team Concert and Rational Quality Manager Servers – allows seamless access to work items and logical or compound SCM test asset support. The data-driven testing functionality boosts test coverage by reusing individual tests with multiple data sets. For those needing extended functionality, the software supports custom controls via a proxy SDK and a wide range of applications including Web-based, .Net, Java, Siebel, SAP®, terminal emulators, PowerBuilder, AJAX, Adobe Flex, and more.

It also supports specific environments such as Oracle ERP applications, emphasizing its versatility. For improved automation testing across diverse application architectures, this tool is invaluable.

Previous versions of the program, such as 8.1, and 6.1, show the tool's long-standing presence in the market.

Pros:

• Extensive support for a variety of applications and environments.
• High compatibility with latest Windows operating systems.
• Automation capabilities resilient to changes in application UI.

Cons:

• May require a steep learning curve for new users.
• Primarily tailored for Windows and not extensively for Linux.

For those involved in project management and in need of robust testing tools, IBM Rational Functional Tester stands out as an essential asset. To explore its features and capabilities more thoroughly, it is possible to download the tool for a trial and see firsthand how it revolutionizes the testing process. Moreover, the program often offers a free trial period, allowing users to experience its full potential without immediate financial commitment.

You may want to check out more software, such as IBM Rational Quality Manager, IBM Rational PurifyPlus or IBM Rational Agent Controller, which might be related to IBM Rational Functional Tester.