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Data Sets

A data set is a collection of values that can be used to set properties in a test case while a test is running. This capability provides a mechanism to introduce external test data to a test case.

Data sets are often rows of data that can be inserted into properties as Name/Value pairs. However, sometimes a data set returns a single property value.

Data sets can be created internal to DevTest, or externally: for example, in a file or a database table.

While a test is running, DevTest assigns properties to the steps specified in the data set editor. When the last data value or values are read from the data set, one of the following actions can occur:

• The data can be reused starting at the top of the data set
• The test can be redirected to any step in the test case

Data sets can be global or local.

The following topics are included.

Global and Local Data Sets

Random Data Sets

Example Scenarios

Add a Data Set

Rename a Data Set

Move a Data Set

Data Set Next Step Selection

Data Sets and Properties