How to verify at runtime if the client WSDL matches the server WSDL?

Question

I am developing a system where .NET (Compact Framework) clients are communicating via SOAP with a Java (AXIS2) server. As the interface is continuously evolving, I am looking for a way to check at runtime if the client interface completely matches the current interface version of the server.

What is the easiest way to match the interface signature at both ends, without using handcoded version numbers?

Answer 1

You can validate the expected behavior through automated tests. soapUI can (among other things) be used to generate a test-suite for you.