Guides

Learn how to build a functional test specification for PCBA production, map schematic nets to measurements with datasheet-derived limits, and translate to.

Architecture guide for scaling test infrastructure from 1 to 100 stations, covering naming, script distribution, config management, networking, and monitoring.

Learn how to spot gradual measurement drift caused by instrument aging, fixture wear, or environmental changes using TofuPilot's trend and control charts.

Learn how to build a business case for hardware test automation and measure ROI using TofuPilot's yield, cycle time, and defect data.

Learn how to tag OpenHTF test runs with station, line, factory, and shift metadata, then compare first pass yield across production lines using TofuPilot.

Learn how to replace opinion-based test decisions with data-driven manufacturing quality control using TofuPilot's analytics platform.

Compare MIL, SIL, and HIL testing approaches with cost, speed, and fidelity tradeoffs, plus Python examples for hardware-in-the-loop validation with TofuPilot.

Learn how to build full observability into your hardware test operations using TofuPilot's dashboards, alerts, and analytics.

Learn how to build repeatable hardware test sequences using TofuPilot with OpenHTF and Python for structured, automated test orchestration.

Learn how to track test fixture health, calibration, and lifecycle using TofuPilot's station monitoring and measurement trending.

Learn how to manage separate test environments with environment variables, config files, and TofuPilot workspace separation.

Learn how to monitor hardware test operations in real time using TofuPilot's live dashboards, yield tracking, and instant failure alerts.