> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Test Architect Enterprise (TEA) > Master test architect for quality strategy, test automation, and release gates ## Overview Test Architect Enterprise (TEA) brings enterprise-grade testing expertise to the BMad Method ecosystem. It provides risk-based test strategy, test automation guidance, quality gates, and release management workflows. **Module Code:** `tea` ## Key Features * **Risk-Based Test Strategy** - Prioritize testing efforts based on business and technical risk * **Test Automation Architecture** - Design scalable, maintainable test automation frameworks * **Quality Gates** - Define and enforce quality criteria at each stage * **Release Management** - Structured release planning and validation * **Test Planning** - Create comprehensive test plans from requirements * **Coverage Analysis** - Identify gaps in test coverage * **Performance Testing** - Load and performance test strategy * **Security Testing** - Security test planning and execution ## Installation Install TEA during initial setup: ```bash theme={null} npx bmad-method install # Select Test Architect when prompted ``` Or add it to an existing installation: ```bash theme={null} npx bmad-method install --modules tea ``` For non-interactive installation: ```bash theme={null} npx bmad-method install --modules tea --yes ``` ## Repository Information **GitHub:** [bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise) **NPM Package:** `bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise` **Type:** Official BMad Module **Default Selected:** No (opt-in during installation) **Documentation:** [Test Architect Docs](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/) ## Test Architect Agent TEA provides a Master Test Architect agent persona with expertise in: * Quality assurance strategy * Test automation frameworks * Risk analysis and mitigation * Release readiness assessment * Performance and security testing * Testing best practices across domains ### Invoke the Test Architect ``` /agent test-architect ``` Or start test-specific workflows that automatically use the Test Architect. ## Core Workflows ### Risk-Based Test Strategy Develop a testing strategy prioritized by risk: ``` /workflow test-strategy ``` **Outputs:** * Risk assessment matrix * Test coverage recommendations * Testing priorities by risk level * Resource allocation guidance ### Test Automation Architecture Design your test automation framework: ``` /workflow automation-architecture ``` **Outputs:** * Automation framework design * Tool selection recommendations * Coding standards for tests * Maintenance strategy ### Quality Gates Definition Define quality criteria for each stage: ``` /workflow define-quality-gates ``` **Outputs:** * Quality gate definitions * Entry and exit criteria * Automated gate checks * Exception handling procedures ### Release Readiness Assessment Validate readiness for production release: ``` /workflow release-readiness ``` **Outputs:** * Readiness checklist * Risk assessment * Go/no-go recommendation * Rollback procedures ### Test Plan Generation Create comprehensive test plans from requirements: ``` /workflow generate-test-plan ``` **Inputs:** Requirements documents, user stories, or PRD **Outputs:** * Test scenarios * Test cases * Test data requirements * Execution timeline ## Testing Domains TEA covers all major testing domains: ### Functional Testing * Unit testing strategy * Integration testing * End-to-end testing * User acceptance testing ### Non-Functional Testing * Performance testing * Security testing * Accessibility testing * Usability testing ### Specialized Testing * API testing * Database testing * Mobile testing * Cross-browser testing ## Configuration Variables TEA defines its own configuration variables during installation. See the module's `module.yaml` in the [GitHub repository](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise) for current configuration options. Common configurations include: * Test artifact storage locations * Preferred testing frameworks * CI/CD integration settings * Quality threshold definitions ## Integration with BMM TEA integrates seamlessly with BMad Method workflows: ### During Architecture Phase * Review architecture for testability * Identify testing challenges early * Design test automation approach ### During Sprint Planning * Define test tasks for each story * Estimate testing effort * Set quality gates for the sprint ### During Implementation * Guide test-driven development * Review test coverage * Validate quality gates ### Before Release * Execute release readiness workflow * Validate all quality gates passed * Assess production risks ## Quality Metrics TEA helps you track and improve: * **Test Coverage** - Code coverage, requirement coverage, risk coverage * **Test Effectiveness** - Defect detection rate, escape rate * **Test Efficiency** - Execution time, automation rate * **Quality Trends** - Defect density, test pass rates over time ## Best Practices ### Risk-Based Testing 1. Identify business-critical features 2. Assess technical complexity and risk 3. Allocate testing effort proportionally 4. Re-assess risks regularly ### Test Automation 1. Automate stable, repetitive tests first 2. Maintain test code quality standards 3. Keep tests independent and isolated 4. Monitor test execution time 5. Review and refactor regularly ### Quality Gates 1. Define clear, measurable criteria 2. Automate gate checks where possible 3. Make gates visible to the team 4. Review gate effectiveness 5. Adjust gates based on learnings ## Example Use Cases ### Enterprise SaaS Application ``` # Create comprehensive test strategy /workflow test-strategy # Design multi-tier automation framework /workflow automation-architecture # Set up staging and production gates /workflow define-quality-gates ``` ### Mobile App Release ``` # Generate test plan for new features /workflow generate-test-plan # Assess release readiness /workflow release-readiness ``` ### API Service ``` # Ask Test Architect for API testing guidance /agent test-architect "I'm building a REST API. What testing strategy do you recommend?" ``` ## Support and Resources * **Documentation:** [Test Architect Documentation](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/) * **GitHub:** [Repository](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise) * **Discord:** Get help in the #test-architect channel * **Issues:** Report bugs or request features on GitHub ## Next Steps Full TEA documentation Explore quality-focused workflows Core BMad framework All BMad modules