Compare Mockaroo vs. TestBench for IBM i

Creating a valuable UI prototype can be challenging without performing actual API requests. Engaging in real requests helps identify issues related to application flow, timing, and API structure at an early stage, which ultimately enhances both user experience and API quality. With Mockaroo, you have the ability to create customized mock APIs, giving you control over URLs, responses, and error scenarios. By working on UI and API development simultaneously, you can accelerate your application delivery and enhance its overall quality. Numerous excellent data mocking libraries exist for nearly every programming language and platform; however, not everyone is a developer or has the time to familiarize themselves with a new framework. Mockaroo simplifies the process by enabling you to quickly download extensive amounts of randomly generated test data tailored to your specifications, which can then be easily imported into your testing environment using formats like SQL or CSV. This flexibility not only streamlines your workflow but also ensures that your testing processes are robust and efficient.

Testing and managing test data for IBM i, IBM iSeries, and AS/400 systems requires thorough validation of complex applications, extending down to the underlying data. TestBench for IBM i offers a robust and reliable solution for test data management, verification, and unit testing, seamlessly integrating with other tools to ensure overall application quality. Instead of duplicating the entire live database, you can focus on the specific data that is essential for your testing needs. By selecting or sampling data while maintaining complete referential integrity, you can streamline the testing process. You can easily identify which fields require protection and employ various obfuscation techniques to safeguard your data effectively. Additionally, you can monitor every insert, update, and delete action, including the intermediate states of the data. Setting up automatic alerts for data failures through customizable rules can significantly reduce manual oversight. This approach eliminates the tedious save and restore processes and helps clarify any inconsistencies in test results that stem from inadequate initial data. While comparing outputs is a reliable way to validate test results, it often involves considerable effort and is susceptible to mistakes; however, this innovative solution can significantly reduce the time spent on testing, making the entire process more efficient. With TestBench, you can enhance your testing accuracy and save valuable resources.