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Any way to run the groups of tests in sequence and run the test under each group in parallel

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Any way to run the groups of tests in sequence and run the test under each group in parallel?

In the example setup below, I want to run my tests by groups/batch sequentially and then run the tests under each group in parallel. Sample run: Run first group2 and run test4 and test5 in parallel. After group2 is completed, run group1 and run test1, test2 and test3 in parallel. So on and so forth. Any idea how can I achieve this setup? I would really appreciate the help.

Group1:

  • test1
  • test2
  • test3
    Group2:
  • test4
  • test5
    Group3:
  • test6
  • test7
  • test8

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The issue describes sequential groups with parallel tests within each group, but names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reviewing the repository's existing scheduling behavior and determine how test groups are currently represented. Done should be defined by reproducing the group2-then-group1-then-group3 ordering while preserving parallel execution within each group.

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Tech stack
python
Domain
distributed-systems, testing-qa
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
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