Petros Plakogiannis

Tutorial (Beginner):

Mastering API Testing with Cypress

Abstract

In this session Petros offers an in-depth webinar on API Testing with Cypress, where we'll walk through testing and automating APIs using a hotel booking API as a real-world example. This session covers key API operations such as retrieving and creating bookings, and explores how to build a customizable, reusable testing framework. Whether you're new to Cypress or aiming to enhance your API testing skills, this session will equip you with practical tools and strategies to streamline your testing process.

Outline

1)Introduction to API Testing with Cypress

Overview of API testing and why it’s crucial for modern applications.

Brief introduction to Cypress and its capabilities for API testing.

2) Real-World Example: Hotel Booking API

Demonstration of key API operations such as retrieving and creating bookings.

Explanation of how to structure and approach API tests using a real-world scenario.

Designing a Customizable and Reusable API Testing Framework

3) Strategies for creating a framework that is adaptable and scalable.

Best practices for maintaining and organizing test cases for long-term usability.

Key Take aways

• Learn how to use Cypress for testing API endpoints, including common operations like retrieving and creating bookings in a hotel booking API.

• Discover how to design a customizable and reusable API testing framework, making it easier to scale and maintain tests as your application evolves.

• Gain practical insights into setting up robust and reliable API tests, ensuring your API interactions are consistent and reliable.