Course Outline
Getting Started with Selenium and Python
- The role of Selenium in web testing
- Benefits of Python compared to other languages in test automation
- Practical applications of Selenium and Python
Environment Setup and Installation
- Configuring Python and IDEs (PyCharm, VS Code)
- Installing Selenium and corresponding WebDrivers
- Setting up Pytest as the primary test runner
Understanding Selenium 4 Architecture and Components
- Selenium IDE for quick record-and-playback tasks
- Selenium WebDriver for browser automation APIs
- Selenium Grid for parallel and distributed testing
Essential Python Scripting for Automation
- Core Python concepts for testers
- Utilizing data structures within test scripts
- Leveraging Pytest for assertions and fixtures
Applying WebDriver in Practice
- Navigating complex web applications
- Element location strategies: locators, CSS selectors, XPath, and relative locators
- Handling forms, alerts, iframes, and dropdown menus
Framework Development with Page Object Model (POM)
- Overview of the POM pattern
- Creating reusable page classes
- Implementing data-driven and keyword-driven testing approaches
Advanced Automation Techniques
- Executing tests across diverse browsers
- Parallel execution using Selenium Grid and Pytest-xdist
- Strategies for effective cross-browser testing
Continuous Integration and Reporting
- Connecting tests with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI
- Generating comprehensive reports using Allure or Pytest-html
- Managing version control and adhering to Git best practices
Troubleshooting and Optimizing Best Practices
- Addressing common challenges with locators, waits, and synchronization
- Mitigating flaky test issues for stability
- Establishing best practices for long-term suite maintainability
Wrap-Up and Future Pathways
Requirements
- Fundamental Python programming skills
- Basic understanding of test automation principles
- Familiarity with web applications and browser navigation
Target Audience
- Testers
- Software Developers
- QA Automation Engineers
Testimonials (2)
hands on exercises, easier to retain information
ashley bolen - Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Course - Test Automation with Selenium
Hands-on exercises related to content really helps to understand more about each topic. Also, style of start class with lecture and continue with hands-on exercise is good and helpful to relate with the lecture that presented earlier.
