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Transitioning from ExtentReports to ChainTest: A Modern Approach to Test Reporting with Selenium and JUnit5

Introduction:

Reporting tools must adapt to new requirements and standards. ExtentReports, once a popular choice, has been officially deprecated, making way for its successor, ChainTest.

This blog explores why ExtentReports was deprecated, the advantages and disadvantages of ChainTest, and why you should consider transitioning to this new framework.



Why ExtentReports is Deprecated:

  • Lack of Real-Time Analytics: ExtentReports struggled to provide real-time insights during test execution, limiting immediate issue detection.

  • Outdated Architecture: Built on older design patterns that do not align well with modern CI/CD pipelines and micro services architecture.

  • Maintenance and Support: Reduced community support and slower updates prompted the move to a more advanced tool.

  • Performance Bottlenecks: Reports generated by ExtentReports could be slow and resource-intensive for large test suites.

  • Complex Integration: Limited compatibility with newer testing frameworks and CI/CD tools made it cumbersome to manage.

Advantages of ChainTest:

  • Real-Time Reporting: Offers live analytics to monitor test executions instantly.

  • Modern Architecture: Designed to work seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines and micro services.

  • Enhanced Integration: Compatible with JUnit5, TestNG, Cucumber, and other popular frameworks.

  • Interactive Dashboards: Features rich, interactive reports with detailed metrics and filtering options.

  • Performance Efficiency: Optimized for speed and efficiency, handling large test suites smoothly.

  • Active Community Support: Regular updates and a growing user base ensure timely fixes and new features.

Disadvantages of ChainTest:

  • Learning Curve: Requires adaptation for teams familiar with ExtentReports due to its new features and setup.

  • Limited Legacy Support: Compatibility issues may arise when integrating with older test frameworks.

  • Dependency Management: Additional dependencies and configurations are needed compared to ExtentReports.

For a detailed walkthrough, refer to the tutorial on generating ChainTest reports with Selenium and JUnit5. https://qaautomation.expert/2025/02/24/chaintest-report-with-selenium-and-junit5/

 
 
 

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