Learning Mode Overview
Functionize gathers thousands of data elements while executing tests, so our Machine Learning Engine can build models to learn your site and adapt to changes. To improve the efficacy of our models and optimize learning, you'll enable Learning Mode once your test has been refined to your satisfaction.
Previously, we modeled and learned from every test, regardless of pass/fail status. This led to longer learning times to correct instances where the system modeled broken or failing tests. With Learning Mode, you have the freedom to fine-tune your test without data collected from incomplete or inaccurate workflows that could lead to false positive results.
Once a new test completes its first passing execution, you will be prompted to Approve the test for learning. Continue adjusting until the test is ready, then enable Learning Mode via the banner or the Test Settings (both explained below).
Note: This has no impact on the tests created prior to the Functionize v5.2.2.1 release.
Learning Mode Banner
After the first successful execution of a test, the approval banner will appear on the Test Detail page.
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Click Approve, if the test is ready for ML data gathering
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To dismiss the message temporarily, click Ignore, the banner will reappear the next time you log in to Functionize
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To dismiss the message permanently for this test, check Don't show notification again
Learning Mode in Test Settings
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Open the Actions Menu
, select Test Settings
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On the General tab, the setting Not Approved for Learning, by default is enabled as Learning Mode is not yet activated
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Uncheck the setting, Not Approved for Learning, to enable Learning Mode and click Save
Learning Mode Status
The Test Listing page displays a reminder under each test that has not been approved.
Remember, this feature does not apply to tests created prior to this release and those tests will not be marked with regards to Learning Mode.
