Module 1: Advanced Selenium WebDriver Techniques
- 1.1 Advanced WebDriver Features
- Handling complex web elements (iframes, shadow DOM, dynamically loaded elements)
- Automating interactions with complex web components (drag-and-drop, sliders, HTML5 elements)
- Managing cookies, browser sessions, and local storage
- Bypassing browser security warnings and handling SSL certificates
- 1.2 JavaScript Executor
- Using
JavaScriptExecutorfor complex DOM manipulation and retrieval - Executing JavaScript commands to handle elements not accessible via standard WebDriver methods
- Fetching data from the browser console and network requests
- 1.3 Advanced Browser Interactions
- Simulating keyboard shortcuts and mouse actions using
Actionsclass - Handling pop-ups, alerts, and modals with custom behaviors
- Working with multiple browser windows, tabs, and sessions
Module 2: Cross-Browser and Cross-Platform Testing
- 2.1 Cross-Browser Compatibility
- Configuring Selenium for different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.)
- Setting up WebDriver for headless browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- Handling browser-specific bugs and inconsistencies
- 2.2 Cross-Platform Testing
- Executing tests on different operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Running tests on mobile browsers using Appium with Selenium Grid
- 2.3 Parallel Test Execution
- Setting up parallel test execution using TestNG, JUnit, or PyTest
- Integrating Selenium with Selenium Grid for distributed test execution
- Managing multiple test environments with Docker and Selenium Grid
Module 3: Integrating Selenium with Other Tools and Frameworks
- 3.1 Integrating with CI/CD Tools
- Integrating Selenium tests with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Configuring pipelines for automated test execution on code changes
- Generating test reports and artifacts for continuous feedback
- 3.2 Integration with BDD Frameworks
- Implementing Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) with Selenium using Cucumber, SpecFlow, or Behave
- Writing feature files and step definitions
- Automating acceptance tests using Gherkin syntax
- 3.3 Integration with REST API Testing
- Combining Selenium with API testing tools (Rest-Assured, Postman, HTTPClient)
- Validating front-end elements against backend API responses
- Automating end-to-end test scenarios involving both UI and API layers
Module 4: Advanced Test Automation Strategies
- 4.1 Robust and Maintainable Test Design
- Implementing the Page Object Model (POM) and Page Factory pattern
- Leveraging the Single Responsibility Principle and DRY (Don’t Repeat Yourself) principles
- Creating reusable components and libraries for test automation
- 4.2 Data-Driven and Keyword-Driven Testing
- Implementing data-driven testing using Excel, CSV, and databases
- Creating a keyword-driven framework for business users
- Utilizing Apache POI, pandas, or other libraries for data handling
- 4.3 Managing Test Data and Environments
- Generating test data dynamically (using Faker or other libraries)
- Handling test environments and data dependencies
- Using tools like Docker and Vagrant for environment management
Module 5: Performance and Security Testing with Selenium
- 5.1 Performance Testing Using Selenium
- Measuring page load times, response times, and user interactions
- Integrating Selenium with performance testing tools like JMeter, Gatling, or Locust
- Analyzing bottlenecks and performance issues
- 5.2 Security Testing Automation
- Using Selenium for basic security checks (e.g., form validations, XSS testing)
- Integrating with security testing tools like OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite
- Automating vulnerability scans during testing
Module 6: Handling Complex Scenarios and Edge Cases
- 6.1 Automating Complex User Flows
- Handling multi-step workflows with dynamic data
- Automating scenarios with unpredictable behavior or network latency
- Strategies for dealing with flaky tests and non-deterministic behavior
- 6.2 Visual Testing Automation
- Integrating with visual testing tools like Applitools or Percy
- Writing tests to compare screenshots and detect UI changes
- Using AI-driven visual testing for regression testing
Module 7: Selenium Advanced Debugging and Troubleshooting
- 7.1 Advanced Debugging Techniques
- Using breakpoints, loggers, and debugging tools in IDEs
- Leveraging browser developer tools (network tab, console, performance tab)
- Troubleshooting common WebDriver errors and exceptions
- 7.2 Handling Network Traffic and Logs
- Capturing and validating HTTP requests and responses
- Intercepting network traffic using BrowserMob Proxy or Fiddler
- Analyzing browser logs and network traces for deeper insights
Module 8: AI and ML in Test Automation
- 8.1 Introduction to AI-Powered Test Automation
- Understanding AI-driven test automation tools (Testim, Mabl, Functionize)
- Using machine learning for test maintenance and self-healing scripts
- 8.2 Predictive Test Analytics
- Analyzing test execution patterns to predict failures
- Using data science techniques to optimize test suite execution
Module 9: Advanced Reporting and Analytics
- 9.1 Custom Reporting
- Creating customized HTML/PDF test reports
- Integrating test reports with tools like Allure, ExtentReports, or ReportPortal
- Visualizing test execution trends and metrics
- 9.2 Test Analytics and Metrics
- Defining key test metrics (flakiness rate, pass/fail trends, test coverage)
- Leveraging test analytics to improve test effectiveness
Assessment and Practical Projects
- Hands-on assignments for each module topic to practice and implement learned skills.
- Advanced test automation project involving an end-to-end framework creation, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, and covering complex test scenarios.
- Capstone project to demonstrate a deep understanding of Selenium in a real-world context.
This Level 3 Selenium syllabus is designed to cover both theoretical and practical aspects of advanced automation, equipping you with skills to handle complex automation challenges in real-world projects.
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