Foundations of Automated Testing

Are you looking to build robust automated tests for web and API applications? This course provides a solid foundation in the essential tools and concepts required for effective test automation. You will gain the skills to write, execute, and maintain automated tests, ensuring the quality and reliability of your software. This course will equip you with the practical knowledge to confidently approach test automation challenges. You will understand how to integrate different testing components and apply best practices. What you'll learn: * Understand core principles of test automation and its importance. * Write automated tests for web applications using Selenium and Python. * Test APIs effectively using the requests library. * Query databases with SQL to verify test data. * Implement the Page Object design pattern for maintainable test code. * Apply modern testing practices, including basic principles of CI/CD integration. We will cover the essential frameworks, techniques, and patterns needed to start building reliable automated test suites from the ground up. This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience in automated testing, requiring no specific prerequisites.