The Robot v2003 test is used in conjunction with the Test Management test to achieve the Test Management and Robot certificate. The two tests together test the knowledge of the candidate in regards to the basics of Rational Software's test automation tools. Rational Robot, Rational TestManager, and Rational Administrator are covered on the test. The primary content of the test includes questions about the power of using Rational Robot and Rational TestManager to build sophisticated test scripts, manage test assets, and generate reports. The questions cover the following topics:
Working with Rational Projects
Managing test assets in Rational TestManager
Using reports in Rational TestManager
Applying good scripting practices
Recording, debugging, and programming techniques in Rational Robot
Inserting verification points and wait states to ensure test script reliability and validity
Creating data-driven tests
Developing and executing shell scripts and test suites
Investigating and analyzing test results through the Rational Test Log Window and Comparators
Regression testing using existing Rational Robot test scripts
