How to implement a test array

Question

We have issues that -- once finished -- run through multiple tests which can be separated by type, plattform, and device (see image below).

Currently, this is handled in a Google spread sheet.
The workflow is:

* copy/paste all tickets from Jira to the table
* perform tests and mark the 8 test stages individually from on of four states
* Not tested, does not apply, test passed and test failed

I wonder if this could be covered in Jira.

I was about to try the following:

* Added new fields to type Task:* iOS - App Type I - Emulator
* iOS - App Type I - Device
* Android - App Type I - Emulator
* Android - App Type I - Device
* iOS - App Type II - Emulator
* and so on

* Each field is created as "single select" with the values * Not tested, does not apply, test passed, test failed

* I then wanted to create a differenct screen for a test board because I did not want to pollute the normal Edit Issue screen with those 8 fields. Unfortunately it turns out that a different screen for editing a task within one project cannot be done. 
* I then wanted to created a board with Swimlanes defined as Queries which would help me to find out if a ticket has passed all 8 tests.

I really don't want to make it a workflow. The workflow is a directed graph and to strict for this. I really can't predict the order those tests will be performed.

Can you guys think of anything suitable to reflect this test sheet? I really would like to have everything in Jira. But currently I don't seem to find anything that useful. Best would be to have the table with test states colored as in the Google spread sheet.

Help is much appreciated.

Best,

A

Fraser Colmer [Zephyr] · Answer

Hi @Simple Tyler

Perfect. If you do not mind, please could you email me your previous companies contact information who is using the tool. We are trying to find our super users for feedback. No worries if not, but emails in the comment above.

Much appreciated,

Fraser

Simple Tyler · Answer

Hey Fraser,

No problem.  I actually don't have a lot of experience using Zephyr myself, I did set it up for our QA team at my last position though and they found it quite useful.

Tyler

Fraser Colmer [Zephyr] · Answer

Hey @Simple Tyler,

Thank you for suggesting Zephyr. If you would like, email me at fraser.colmer@getzephyr.com . I would love to hear how you use our tool and tell you about an exciting opportunity.

Best,

Fraser