Integrating Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) with Test Automation: Enhancing Software Development Efficiency

Narendar Kumar Ale

Abstract: The integration of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) with test automation is transforming the software development landscape. By automating testing within CI/CD pipelines, organizations can achieve faster release cycles, higher software quality, and improved collaboration among development teams. This paper explores the techniques, benefits, challenges, and prospects of combining CI/CD with test automation to enhance software development efficiency.

Keywords: Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Test Automation, Software Development, DevOps