We need to start creating unit tests when we develop new features and fix bugs in JDK8 [where there is no existing coverage in the automated suite]. The tools in use by SQE are heavy-weight, difficult to integrate into our development process, and significant ramp-up is required. In short, the tools won't work for us. So, a couple years ago we evaluated and implemented a POC for using Google's open-src unit testing development platform, Gtest. That POC was done for the AU and Sponsors code bases. What we want to do now is revitalize the project, integrating the framework into our install repo, and getting it working with our Makefiles/compilers.

Here's a breakdown:
1. Add Gtest framework to install repo.
2. Work out dependencies/build changes.
3. Write a few POC type tests using GTest.