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Common Pitfalls in Building and Scaling Automation Frameworks

Bisma Latif
4 min readDec 1, 2024

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Building an automation framework can feel like constructing a house — you lay the foundation, create rooms for specific purposes, and ensure it stands the test of time.

But just like in construction, there are pitfalls that can trip you up. Let’s break down these challenges and how to avoid them, so your automation framework doesn’t become a house of cards.

“Automation is like gardening: It requires nurturing, pruning, and constant care to thrive.”

1. Overcomplicating the Framework Design

Here’s the thing:

simplicity is your best friend.

When building a framework, it’s easy to get carried away by adding complex features and multiple layers of abstraction. But overengineering leads to frustration, not efficiency.

Think about it this way: build what you need today, with room to grow tomorrow. Start small, keep the design modular, and focus on solving real problems. A simple, scalable framework will always beat a complicated mess that no one understands!

2. Forgetting About Reusability

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Bisma Latif
Bisma Latif

Written by Bisma Latif

A writer, coder, and an avid reader, who puts her soul in everything she does! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibismalatif/

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