The document describes an Automated Flashing and Testing (AFT) tool that enables continuous integration by automatically deploying and verifying software images on hardware devices. The AFT tool minimizes requirements, easily integrates with existing setups, and scales to support multiple device types and numbers in a cost-effective way. It allows developers to test software builds before submission using the same means as continuous integration. The tool addresses challenges like long build/test times and costs of supporting multiple targets by optimizing the deployment and testing process.