Left CoastTech

Test Frameworks are Products

A test framework is a product, and it deserves to be engineered like one. We build for developers because we are developers—creating fast, reliable feedback cycles that reduce context switching and stress.

Fast Feedback. Zero Context Switching.

We understand that the most valuable asset in any engineering organization is a fast, reliable feedback loop that minimizes context switching. When tests are slow, flaky, or hard to understand, developers lose faith. When they lose faith, they stop running tests. When they stop running tests, quality suffers.

We architect frameworks using modern principles like the Component-Object Model and composition over inheritance—patterns that make tests maintainable, readable, and extensible without clever hacks or black boxes.

Built for Developers

We build for developers because we are developers. We know what it's like to context-switch between writing features and debugging flaky tests. We eliminate that pain.

Unlock Hidden Value

Your test runs are a treasure trove of performance data. We use tools like Perf-Sentinel to automatically turn test timing into actionable performance insights before regressions reach production.

Modern Architecture

Component-Object Model, composition over inheritance, parallel execution, comprehensive reporting—we don't just follow best practices, we define them.

"We don't just write scripts. We architect modern, scalable frameworks built on principles that last."

Our Technical Expertise

Web Automation

  • Playwright: Modern, fast, and reliable automation for web apps. Our framework of choice for greenfield projects.
  • Cypress: Developer-friendly testing with real-time reloads and excellent debugging.
  • Selenium WebDriver: Battle-tested for legacy systems and complex browser matrix testing.

Mobile Automation

  • Appium: Cross-platform mobile testing for iOS and Android native apps.
  • Device Farms: Integration with BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, and AWS Device Farm.

CI/CD Pipeline Integration

  • GitHub Actions: Seamless integration with your development workflow.
  • Jenkins: Enterprise-grade automation orchestration and job management.
  • GitLab CI, CircleCI: Platform-agnostic expertise across all major CI/CD tools.

Reporting & Observability

  • ReportPortal: AI-powered test reporting with failure analysis and trend tracking.
  • Allure Reports: Beautiful, detailed test execution reports.
  • Custom Dashboards: Grafana, Datadog integration for real-time test metrics.

Beyond Functional Testing

Performance Monitoring: Extract timing data from test runs to catch regressions before production
API Testing: Comprehensive contract and integration testing alongside UI tests
Visual Regression: Automated screenshot comparison to catch UI bugs humans miss
Accessibility Testing: Build WCAG compliance directly into your test suite

Our Engagement Process

1

Audit & Assessment

We start by understanding your current state: existing frameworks, test coverage, pain points, and team capabilities. We identify quick wins and long-term strategic improvements.

2

Architect & Design

We design a framework architecture tailored to your tech stack, team structure, and business needs. This includes choosing the right tools, defining patterns, and setting up the foundation.

3

Build & Implement

We work alongside your team to build the framework, write initial test suites, and integrate with CI/CD. This is hands-on collaboration—not us disappearing into a silo.

4

Train & Empower

We conduct hands-on training sessions, pair programming, and code reviews to ensure your team fully understands the framework. We create comprehensive documentation and runbooks.

5

Hand-off & Support

We transition ownership to your team with a clear hand-off plan. We remain available for ongoing support, optimization, and strategic guidance as needed.

No "Works on My Machine" Surprises

Everything we build is version-controlled, containerized when appropriate, and designed to run consistently across all environments—dev, staging, and production.

Ready to Build a Framework Your Team Will Love?

Let's talk about your automation challenges and how we can build a sustainable, maintainable framework together. Schedule a free consultation.

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