Standardized test processes, reusable test cases, testing across different sites: The test automation software EXAM (short for EXtended Automation Method) is a solution and methodology for the graphical development of test cases. In addition to hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) simulation and test bench automation, areas of application include industrial automation, embedded development and software-in-the-loop (SiL) simulation.
Based on decades of experience in test automation, MicroNova has created solutions to optimize and accelerate the test process. This means that HiL resources are used in the best possible way, and automation solutions relieve staff while keeping costs as low as possible.
Further Information
- Brochure
- Reference ZF Friedrichshafen: Testing more efficiently with EXAM
- EXAM Trainings & Certification
The "same" test is suitable for different variants and hardware. This allows to reuse many test cases in subsequent projects.
Own API integration of new interfaces possible at any time
The test environment can be easily extended by the user. Missing interfaces are therefore no obstacle.
Parallel development and execution of test cases
Common work on the same test project is possible for all team members. Test execution does not influence further development.
The architecture fulfills IT security requirements and supports central IT-services. This enables a uniform test process throughout the entire company.
Cost benefits of a free software
The core system and all necessary infrastructure components are available free of charge.
EXAM Downloads
Our test automation solution is available for free download in our EXAM user area.
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As a comprehensive methodology based on the Unified Modelling Language (UML), EXAM creates a uniform, platform-independent language for the representation of test situations. With this tool companies are able to establish uniform testing processes, ensure the reusability of test cases and run tests together with partners or suppliers beyond the boundaries of department and enterprise. Thanks to the high level of user-friendliness no in-depth programming skills are required to graphically model test procedures in sequence diagrams or activity diagrams.
EXAM's full scope of functions is free of charge - unique for a solution of this kind: The tooling is under Freeware license, the core libraries are available as open source. As part of the further development all parties concerned have always involved the users rather strongly. The result is an advanced system with tooling and libraries where both user-friendliness and functionality are equally significant.
More than 2,500 users in the Volkswagen Group now use the solution, and a total of about 3,500 users. The EXAM experts at MicroNova assist in solving problems and provide customized solutions. They also offer professional and hands-on training. In all services related to EXAM, users benefit from the extensive know-how MicroNova has accumulated over many years of developing the test automation solution..
