Verifying Imported Student Status After CSV Import A Step-by-Step Guide

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Introduction

This article details the process of verifying the successful import of student data via a CSV file, focusing on the accuracy of the "Is Imported?" status. The primary goal is to ensure that all students imported through the CSV, whether new, previously imported, or marked as "Not Imported," are correctly updated with the "Imported" status. This verification is crucial for maintaining data integrity and ensuring accurate student records within the system.

This comprehensive guide outlines the steps involved in the verification process, from accessing the test environment to navigating student lists and confirming the status of imported students. By following these steps, you can ensure that your student data import process is functioning correctly and that all student records are accurately updated.

Preconditions

Before beginning the verification process, ensure the following preconditions are met:

  1. Access to Endpoints: Verify access to the necessary endpoints within the Cosmic Latte environment.
  2. Jala Access Credentials: Ensure you have valid Jala access credentials for authentication.
  3. Test Environment Access: Confirm access to the test environment at: https://ec2-18-219-214-67.us-east-2.compute.amazonaws.com/
  4. Previously Imported Students: Ensure there are two students already imported into ERAS via a poll in a CSV file. These students serve as a baseline for testing the import functionality.
  5. New Students: Include two new students who have never been in ERAS. These students will test the system's ability to add new records.
  6. "Not Imported" Students: Have three students previously imported via polls but currently marked with the “Not imported” status. This tests the system's ability to update existing records.
  7. CSV File: Prepare a CSV file containing the eight students from preconditions 4, 5, and 6, formatted correctly for import into the system. This file will be used to perform the import operation.

Step-by-Step Verification Process

Step 1: Accessing the Test Environment

Begin by navigating to the designated test environment. This ensures that all tests are conducted in a controlled setting, preventing any potential impact on the live system. Successfully accessing the test environment is the first step in validating the import process. The correct URL is crucial for accessing the intended testing environment, ensuring that the tests are performed in the correct context.

  1. Open your web browser and enter the test environment URL: https://ec2-18-219-214-67.us-east-2.compute.amazonaws.com/
  2. Verify that the page loads correctly and you can see the application interface.

Expected Result: The user should successfully enter the test environment.

Status: Passed

Step 2: Navigating to the Imports Section

After successfully entering the test environment, the next step is to locate and click the “Imports” button within the left navigation bar. This action should expand the imports section, revealing further options related to importing data. The ability to expand the imports tab is essential for accessing the import functionalities within the system. This step ensures that the navigation elements are functioning correctly and that users can easily access the import features.

  1. Locate the left navigation bar.
  2. Click the “Imports” button.

Expected Result: The imports tab should expand, displaying additional options.

Status: Passed

Step 3: Accessing the Import Students Tab

Once the imports tab is expanded, the next step is to click the “Import students” button located within the navigation menu. This action should direct the user to the “Import students” tab, where the CSV import process can be initiated. Entering the “Import students” tab is a critical step in the import process, as it provides access to the tools and functionalities required for importing student data. Verifying this step ensures that the user can navigate to the correct section for performing the import operation.

  1. Locate the “Import students” button within the expanded imports tab.
  2. Click the “Import students” button.

Expected Result: The user should be directed to the “Import students” tab.

Status: Passed

Step 4: Selecting the CSV File for Import

In the “Import students” tab, the next step involves selecting the CSV file containing the student data to be imported. This is done using the “Import File” file selector. The CSV file should contain the eight students as outlined in the preconditions, ensuring a comprehensive test of the import functionality. Selecting the correct CSV file is crucial for the import process, as it contains the data that will be used to update the system. This step ensures that the system can correctly access and read the data from the selected file.

  1. Locate the “Import File” file selector.
  2. Click the file selector to open the file dialog.
  3. Select the CSV file containing the student data.

Expected Result: The students should be imported, and a confirmation message should be displayed to the user.

Status: Passed

Step 5: Initiating the Import Process

After selecting the CSV file, the next step is to click the green “Import Answers” button. This action initiates the import process, where the system reads the data from the CSV file and processes it. A successful import process is indicated by a confirmation message displayed to the user. This step verifies that the system can correctly parse the data from the CSV file and initiate the import operation.

  1. Locate the green “Import Answers” button.
  2. Click the “Import Answers” button.

Expected Result: The import process should be successful, and a confirmation message should be displayed.

Status: Passed

Step 6: Saving the Imported Data

Once the import process is complete, the next step is to save the changes. This is done by clicking the green “Save button”. Saving the changes ensures that the imported data is permanently stored in the system. Saving the imported data is essential for ensuring that the changes are reflected in the system's database. This step verifies that the system can correctly save the imported data and persist it for future use.

  1. Locate the green “Save button”.
  2. Click the “Save button”.

Expected Result: The changes should be saved successfully.

Status: Passed

Step 7: Navigating to the Students List Section

After saving the imported data, the next step is to navigate to the students list section. This is done by clicking the “Lists” button in the left navigation bar, which should expand the lists tab. Expanding the lists tab is necessary to access the student lists section. This step ensures that the navigation elements are functioning correctly and that users can easily access the student list features.

  1. Locate the “Lists” button in the left navigation bar.
  2. Click the “Lists” button.

Expected Result: The lists tab should expand, displaying additional options.

Status: Passed

Step 8: Accessing the Students List Tab

Within the expanded lists tab, the next step is to click the “Students Lists” button. This action should direct the user to the “Students List” tab, where the list of students can be viewed and managed. Entering the “Students List” tab is crucial for verifying the imported data, as it provides access to the list of students and their associated information. This step ensures that the user can navigate to the correct section for viewing and managing student data.

  1. Locate the “Students Lists” button within the expanded lists tab.
  2. Click the “Students Lists” button.

Expected Result: The user should be directed to the “Students List” tab.

Status: Passed

Step 9: Locating the Newly Imported Students

In the “Students List” tab, the next step is to locate the newly imported students, specifically those mentioned in precondition 7. This may involve searching or filtering the list to find the relevant students. Successfully navigating to the newly imported students is a key step in the verification process, as it allows for the examination of their records and the verification of their import status. This step ensures that the user can locate the specific students that were imported and that their records are accessible for review.

  1. Navigate through the student list or use search/filtering tools to locate the students imported via the CSV file.

Expected Result: Successfully navigate to the student.

Status: Passed

Step 10: Verifying the "Is Imported?" Status

The final step in the verification process is to check the “Is Imported?” column for all the imported students (as outlined in the preconditions). This column should display an “Imported” status for all students imported via the CSV file, regardless of their previous status. Verifying the “Imported” status is the ultimate goal of the import verification process. This ensures that the system correctly updates the import status of all students imported via the CSV file, regardless of their previous status. This step confirms the accuracy and reliability of the import functionality.

  1. Locate the “Is Imported?” column in the student list.
  2. Verify that all the imported students (Preconditions) have an “Imported” status in this column.

Expected Result: All the students have an “Imported” status.

Status: Passed

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively verify the successful import of student data via a CSV file and ensure that the “Is Imported?” status is accurately updated for all students. This comprehensive verification process helps maintain data integrity and ensures the reliability of the student data management system. Thorough verification is essential for maintaining the integrity of the student data and ensuring the smooth operation of the system. By following this detailed process, you can confidently verify the successful import of student data and the accuracy of the “Is Imported?” status.