Explore the usage of the openshift-tests-extension for the e2e tests.

openshift-tests-extension is a framework that allows external repositories to contribute tests to openshift-tests' suites with extension binaries. It provides a standardized interface for test discovery, execution, and result aggregation, allowing decentralized test contributions while maintaining centralized orchestration. [1

Explore the usability of the openshift-tests-extension for ClusterVersionOperatorConfiguration feature gate e2e tests.

Definition of Done:

• openshift-tests-extension was explored
• decide whether to implement e2e tests in origin or via the new extension
• compare pros and cons

References:

• https://github.com/openshift/enhancements/pull/1676 
• https://github.com/openshift-eng/openshift-tests-extension
• https://redhat.enterprise.slack.com/archives/C07RDCVEYJG