Hosted by Brooke Repine and Stephen Valentine

Hello, PeopleSoft Community!

We had the pleasure of speaking with two passionate experts in the world of PeopleSoft automated testing: Jessica Maistrovich from Hennepin County and Jennifer Gilbert from King County. They unpack the power of the PeopleTools Test Framework (PTF) and how it can reshape your testing strategy.

Whether you’re new to PTF or looking to enhance your current testing approach, this episode is packed with valuable tips and resources.

PTF: A Hidden Gem in Your PeopleSoft Investment

Jessica and Jennifer remind us that PTF is included with your PeopleSoft license — at no extra cost. And yet, many organizations aren’t fully leveraging it. For those still relying heavily on manual testing, the time savings offered by PTF can be a game-changer.

Getting Started

Our guest speakers recommend beginning with frequently tested functionality—those testing tasks you repeat often, including PUM updates and environment refresh validations. Starting with these test cycles jumpstarts your journey and creates momentum for expanding.

Tap into the Community: Weekly Working Sessions & Monthly SIG

One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is the collaborative community around PTF. As Jessica put it, “Community grows together.”

Weekly working sessions offer a space to troubleshoot specific issues and share solutions in real time. The monthly PTF Special Interest Group (SIG), hosted through Quest, brings together professionals to exchange best practices and lessons learned.

While Jennifer emphasizes the importance of mentorship and knowledge-sharing to “spread the wealth, grow the people,” both guests offer more than just guidance—they provide a roadmap for organizational transformation in testing PeopleSoft functionality.

Ready to dive in?

This episode is a must-listen if you’re looking for support in your PTF journey. By embracing this tool and tapping into the community, your organization can move toward a more modern, efficient testing approach.

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