In-sprint automation integrates testing into each sprint cycle, enabling faster, more efficient software delivery with reduced risk and cost. It ensures test scripts are created, executed, and reported within the same sprint, eliminating automation backlogs. This approach fosters collaboration across QA and development teams, improves test coverage, accelerates defect detection, and supports Agile and DevOps goals. Despite challenges like short sprint cycles and technical constraints, following best practices—such as early planning, CI/CD integration, and continuous feedback—helps maximize ROI and software quality in modern SDLCs

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