Users are happy to know they’re running an up-to-date and secure browser version including modern Web Platform features, browser features, and bug fixes at all times. One of Chrome’s most notable features is its ability to auto-update. Auto-update: great for users, painful for developers
Today, we’re announcing a change that hopefully eases some of this pain. At the same time, setting up an adequate browser testing environment is notoriously difficult, so much so that it’s consistently reported as a top web developer pain point. Backgroundīrowser testing is a vital component of creating a high-quality web experience, regardless of whether it is done manually or automatically.
Note: Chrome for Testing has been created purely for browser automation and testing purposes, and is not suitable for daily browsing. This article explains why the Chrome team felt this was needed, and walks through concrete examples where Chrome for Testing might benefit you as a developer.
Today we’re happy to announce Chrome for Testing, a new Chrome flavor that specifically targets web app testing and automation use cases.