SignaDot

A Kubernetes-native platform that unifies Local Testing, Previews and AI-powered testing—all without environment sprawl.

How is Signadot different from other solutions?

Unlike traditional ephemeral environments that duplicate entire infrastructure stacks, Signadot uses a unique approach called Sandboxes that provides isolation at the request/application layer. This means you can run multiple isolated test environments in a single Kubernetes cluster without duplicating resources. Environments spin up in seconds, is more cost-effective and scalable.

What capabilities does Signadot offer?

Signadot provides these core capabilities:
- Local Testing: Develop and test microservices on your local machine while connecting to real dependencies in your Kubernetes cluster
- Preview Environments: Preview every code change from Web and Mobile frontends
- Bring Your Own Automated Tests: Execute your existing test suites against isolated Sandboxes for every PR
- SmartTests (AI-Powered Contract Testing): Monitor API contracts and detect breaking changes using AI powered tests

Sandboxes are lightweight, isolated testing environments that allow you to test changes without interfering with other developers or the base environment. Unlike traditional approaches that duplicate entire infrastructure, Sandboxes only create the specific components you're modifying and use request routing to provide isolation.

Sandboxes run inside your existing Kubernetes clusters. Signadot installs as an operator in your Kubernetes environment, so all workloads, data, and testing happen within your infrastructure. The Signadot control plane orchestrates the creation and management of these Sandboxes, but your code and data never leave your environment.

How much effort is it to get started?

Getting started with Signadot typically takes less than 15 mins. The minimal setup involves just two steps:
1. Installing the Signadot operator in your Kubernetes cluster.
2. Using our CLI to create Sandboxes and run tests.

How does Signadot integrate with CI/CD systems?

Signadot integrates seamlessly with all major CI/CD systems through our CLI, which can be used as a step in your pipeline. We have examples of integrations for GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, and BitBucket in our documentation.

Does Signadot integrate with Service Mesh like Istio, Linkerd?

Yes, Signadot works well with service meshes like Istio and Linkerd. While a service mesh is not required to use Signadot, we can leverage existing service mesh capabilities for header based request routing.

Does Signadot support running automated tests?

Yes, Signadot provides robust support for automated testing. You can execute tests directly within your cluster, with support for all major testing frameworks including Cypress, Selenium, Playwright, Postman, and custom frameworks. Tests run in pre-warmed pods for faster execution, and results are aggregated in a central dashboard.

What are Signadot SmartTests?

SmartTests are AI-powered API tests that automatically detect breaking changes and contract violations. Written in a simple language called Starlark, they run in both your baseline and Sandbox environments, comparing API responses to identify meaningful differences without requiring explicit assertions.

Security is a core principle in Signadot's design. Our architecture ensures your code and data remain within your infrastructure at all times. The Signadot control plane only receives metadata about tests and environments, never your actual code or sensitive data. We support RBAC for granular access control, and our system has undergone third-party security audits. Additionally, Signadot is SOC 2 Type II compliant, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining rigorous security standards.

What types of applications work best with Signadot?

Signadot works best with cloud-native applications built using microservices architecture running on Kubernetes. It's particularly valuable for teams with 10+ microservices where testing becomes complex. While it can work with any application that can run in Kubernetes, the benefits become more pronounced as your architecture grows in complexity. Signadot has been successfully implemented across various domains including e-commerce, fintech, SaaS platforms, and enterprise applications.

Signadot offers flexible pricing based on the number of active Sandboxes and testing volume. We provide a free tier for small teams and startups, with paid plans scaling based on usage. For detailed pricing information and to find the plan that best fits your needs, please visit our pricing page or contact us for a custom quote.

How does Signadot compare to other testing tools like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium?

Signadot complements rather than replaces these tools. While Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium focus on the mechanics of test execution (particularly for UI testing), Signadot provides the isolated environments where these tests can run. You can continue using your existing test frameworks, but run them against Signadot Sandboxes to achieve isolation and parallelism.