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Surabhi_Joshi
Copper Contributor
Apr 04, 2023

HP ALM to Azure DevOps Migration

I need help regarding data migration from HP ALM to Azure DevOps.

How can we migrate all existing HP ALM projects to Azure DevOps without losing any data?

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  • LukeJMadden's avatar
    LukeJMadden
    Apr 11, 2023
    Hello Surabhi,

    There are multiple ways to migrate data from HP ALM to Azure DevOps, depending on the complexity and size of the data. Here are a few options:

    Azure DevOps Data Migration Tool: Microsoft provides a data migration tool for migrating data from various sources to Azure DevOps, including HP ALM. The tool supports migrating requirements, test cases, test runs, defects, and attachments. You can download the tool from the Azure DevOps Marketplace and follow the instructions provided in the documentation.

    Custom Scripts: You can also create custom scripts to extract data from HP ALM and load it into Azure DevOps. This method requires a good understanding of both HP ALM and Azure DevOps data structures and APIs. You can use HP ALM REST API or OTA API to extract data from HP ALM and Azure DevOps REST API or SDK to load data into Azure DevOps.

    Third-Party Migration Tools: There are multiple third-party tools available in the market that specialize in data migration from HP ALM to Azure DevOps. These tools provide a more comprehensive and automated approach to data migration and can handle complex data structures and relationships. Some popular tools are OpsHub, Tasktop, and Kovair.

    Regardless of the migration method, it is important to perform thorough testing and validation of the migrated data to ensure that all data has been migrated correctly and without any data loss. It is also recommended to involve all stakeholders, including developers, testers, and project managers, in the migration process to ensure a smooth transition.

    Hope this helps Mate!,

    Kind regards,

    Luke Madden
  • LukeJMadden's avatar
    LukeJMadden
    Brass Contributor
    Apr 11, 2023
    Hello Surabhi,

    There are multiple ways to migrate data from HP ALM to Azure DevOps, depending on the complexity and size of the data. Here are a few options:

    Azure DevOps Data Migration Tool: Microsoft provides a data migration tool for migrating data from various sources to Azure DevOps, including HP ALM. The tool supports migrating requirements, test cases, test runs, defects, and attachments. You can download the tool from the Azure DevOps Marketplace and follow the instructions provided in the documentation.

    Custom Scripts: You can also create custom scripts to extract data from HP ALM and load it into Azure DevOps. This method requires a good understanding of both HP ALM and Azure DevOps data structures and APIs. You can use HP ALM REST API or OTA API to extract data from HP ALM and Azure DevOps REST API or SDK to load data into Azure DevOps.

    Third-Party Migration Tools: There are multiple third-party tools available in the market that specialize in data migration from HP ALM to Azure DevOps. These tools provide a more comprehensive and automated approach to data migration and can handle complex data structures and relationships. Some popular tools are OpsHub, Tasktop, and Kovair.

    Regardless of the migration method, it is important to perform thorough testing and validation of the migrated data to ensure that all data has been migrated correctly and without any data loss. It is also recommended to involve all stakeholders, including developers, testers, and project managers, in the migration process to ensure a smooth transition.

    Hope this helps Mate!,

    Kind regards,

    Luke Madden
  • DriverCR's avatar
    DriverCR
    Copper Contributor
    May 08, 2023
    Hello Surabhi,

    Migrating data from HP ALM (now called Micro Focus ALM) to Azure DevOps can be a bit tricky, but it's totally doable!
    I've use a tool called Exalate for this type of synchronisations in the past ant it worked great!

    I suggest you take a look on that tool seems that it can be great for your use case
  • mainakroy's avatar
    mainakroy
    Copper Contributor
    Dec 13, 2023
    To migrate data from HP ALM to Azure DevOps, you have several options:

    Custom Scripts: Create scripts leveraging HP ALM REST or OTA API to extract data and Azure DevOps REST API or SDK to load it. Requires understanding of both systems' data structures.

    Azure DevOps Data Migration Tool: Microsoft offers a tool supporting the migration of requirements, test cases, defects, and more. Download from Azure DevOps Marketplace and follow the provided documentation.

    Third-Party Migration Tools: Explore tools like OpsHub or Kovair (https://bit.ly/3Nqo11X) for automated migration, and handling complex data structures. Ensure thorough testing and involve stakeholders for a smooth transition.

    Thanks!

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