
Description: Ephemeral containers are temporary containers that run during the lifecycle of a pod but do not persist data and disappear when the pod is removed. They provide secure, isolated environments for tasks that only need short-term scratch space like batch jobs or tests.
Type: Open Source Test Automation Framework
Founded: 2011
Primary Use: Mobile app testing automation
Supported Platforms: iOS, Android, Windows

Description: Shorte.st is a free link shortener that allows users to shorten long URLs into shorter, more readable links. It offers custom URLs, click reporting, QR codes, and an API for developers.
Type: Cloud-based Test Automation Platform
Founded: 2015
Primary Use: Web, mobile, and API testing
Supported Platforms: Web, iOS, Android, API