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Creating GitHub Issues

QA Sphere seamlessly integrates with GitHub, allowing you to create GitHub issues directly while going through test cases in a test run. This integration streamlines your workflow and ensures efficient issue tracking.

Configuring GitHub Issues Integration​

To integrate GitHub Issues into QA Sphere, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Settings by clicking the gear icon Settings wheel in the top right corner.
  2. Select Issue Trackers from the left sidebar.
  3. A list of all available projects will be displayed. Click the + button next to the appropriate project to add integration.
  4. Choose GitHub from the list of available integrations.
  5. Install the QA Sphere app in your GitHub account.
  6. Provide your GitHub account URL for integration.
  7. Once the connection is established, select or create a GitHub project for QA Sphere to add issues to.
Adding GitHub Issue integration

Using GitHub Issues Integration​

To create a GitHub issue during testing:

  1. Within your project, navigate to the Test Runs section.
  2. Select an existing test run or create a new one.
  3. Choose a test case within the run.
  4. When changing the status of the test case, click + Add GitHub Issue.

Adding Issue Tracker

A new GitHub issue will be created under the assigned GitHub project. All issues created for the test case will be saved under the Action History for this test run, providing a clear trail of documentation.

Adding Issue Tracker

Disable GitHub Integration​

To detach GitHub project from QA Sphere follow the steps below:

  1. Go to Settings Settings wheel
  2. Select Issue Trackers
  3. Click the trash can icon next to the project with the integration you want to remove.
  4. Agree to the integration deletion.

Note: The GitHub account can be further reused for another integration or you can choose to delete the saved account when adding new GitHub integration.

Benefits of GitHub Integration​

  • Streamlined Workflow: Create issues without leaving QA Sphere.
  • Consistency: Ensure all issues are properly documented and tracked.
  • Traceability: Easily link test cases to specific GitHub issues.
  • Efficiency: Reduce time spent switching between tools.

By leveraging this integration, your team can maintain a more cohesive and efficient testing and issue management process.