11-Sep-2019
BlockChain Technology Evolution : Testing and Tools
By Tushar Kashyap
11-Sep-2019
By Tushar Kashyap
Blockchain is a digital ledger whose growing list of records (called blocks) are added together in blocks forming a never-ending chain, that’s why we called block-chain. This digital ledger possesses irreproducible attributes that make it special.
Testing the blocks that are built on blockchain is difficult. Testers have to confirm all of the blocks of a block-chain are working fine and that all the applications are interrelating with it in a trusted manner. For sure, Block-chain applications require core testing and specialized testing which contains Functional, Nonfunctional, performance, Integration, and Security Testing.
The pillars refer to the three most fundamental characteristics of a Block-chain structure which has helped it gain widespread acclaim are as follows:
• Scalability: Scalability is required for the technology to extend its capability at the same time, maintaining sleek operations. It means using Block-chain technology we can eliminate slow processing times, system bloating, lags, etc. Therefore, to manage this much load of real-time transactional data, better hardware resources, systems and infrastructure must be implemented.
• Decentralization (censorship resistance): Decentralization refers to any technology that's not monopolized or owned by any organization. Crypto-currencies like Bit-coin is popular because there is no governing authority over it and can be used for transactions between the users, anywhere in the world.
• Security: One of the biggest concerns for every person who involves in crypto-currency is how safe it is. There are a variety of ways that make sure the people have secure access to their funds or assets. This is often done through crypto wallets, which are a great example of this technology at work.
Block-chain technology can be used in multiple industries & banking Services, Healthcare, Politics, Travel, Security, and CPG.
Banking and money Services: Block-chain would be a secure way to store banking records, and a quicker, cheaper way of transferring cash through the decentralization provided by block-chain and there is a marginal risk of a run on a block-chain system or a collapse, as there isn't any central "vault." It's as if every person's cash has its own vault that nobody else will access.
Healthcare: Some of the biggest challenges in healthcare, when it comes to sharing and storing medical knowledge and records. Block-chain technology will revamp the trust by permitting all doctors and aid suppliers to access your health records firmly.
Additionally, your health info can be accessed right away, at any time, probably giving doctors lifesaving info in an emergency.
Government: Block-chain technology holds the facility to rework the Government’s operations and services. It will play a key role in improving the transactional data challenges within the Government sector, which works in siloes presently.
1. Ethereum Tester: Ethereum is one of the most utilized platforms for building block-chain apps and additionally, an ASCII text file testing library offered as a Github repository. Its setup is pretty simple with manageable API support for numerous Testing necessities.
2. Bit-coins: It's a Java-based framework engineered for Bit-coin-based apps that allows you to act with the important BTC network and numerous testing activities. To use it, you don’t have to download the standard BTC Core files from Bitcoin.com. It’s an open network offered for help.
3. Populus: This framework has the testing of Ethereum embedded in the form of a set of features for test contract deployment. It’s developed around the py.test framework. Hence, it's comparatively simple to implement.
4. Truffle: It’s a usually referred name for Ethereum developers, which brings in smart testing options, like machine-controlled contract testing. The framework holds capabilities outside just testing functionality within the Block-chain application.
5. Embark: It's a testing framework that focuses on developing localized applications (dApps) that run on numerous systems or nodes. It has integrations with Ethereum block-chain, IPFS, and decentralized communication platforms such as Whisper and Orbit.
In a nutshell, the approach of Block-chain testing may vary depending on the ecosystem or architecture of the system involved. We, at BugRaptors, welcome you to discuss your testing needs so that our certified testers can provide you the viable solution that will ease your Block-chain development lifecycle.
Tushar Kashyap
Tushar Kashyap, Security Testing Manager at BugRaptors, brings over 14 years of extensive experience in Security testing. Holding Multiple security certifications, Tushar has a diverse testing background, having contributed to projects across various domains. His experience spans both outsourced and insourced projects, showcasing his versatility in adapting testing methodologies to different environments. His leadership ensures the seamless implementation of robust security measures, contributing significantly to the success and integrity of projects across different domains and project structures.
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