Test automation as a key element of the software quality assurance system

In the context of the rapid development of information technology and the growing requirements for the reliability and security of software products, the relevance of test automation as a key element of the software, quality assurance system is increasing. The purpose of the article is to analyze modern approaches, tools and techniques of automated testing, as well as to assess their impact on the effectiveness of quality control processes. The article discusses the main types of automation, the advantages and limitations of using automated solutions at various stages of the software lifecycle. Practical recommendations on the selection and implementation of automation tools presented. The result of the work is the systematization of existing knowledge in the field of automated testing, which can be useful to developers, testers and project managers to improve the quality of software products and optimize testing costs.