M4 Mac Mini: A Perfect Build Machine for E2E Test Automation Labs

With the M4 version, it is even better.

Substack version of this article.

A few hours ago, Apple announced its new M4 MacMini.

I started using Mac Minis in my testing lab back in 2012, much like Facebook, and I continue to use them today.

Facebook Testing Lab 2012, Source: “Continuous Integration at Facebook”

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This article explains why I (& Facebook) chose Mac Minis as the test machines in the lab. The M4 version is just getting better.

Table of Contents:
· 1. Low Price, from only US$599
· 2. Fast
· 3. Reliability
· 4. Small Form Factor
· 5. Quiet
· 6. Power Efficiency & Environmental Friendly
· 7. Operating System Aspect
· FAQ