API Testing in detail using Postman - Test Automation

Overview

Discover everything about APIs and how to test them using Postman. This course has required hundreds of hours to design and create, ensuring you retain information and learn effectively.

API testing is a crucial component of any tester's toolkit. You are taught all about APIs, how we can test them using Postman, how you can utilise artificial intelligence to generate effective tests, and much more.

Syllabus

• Introduction to APIs
Definition and Importance of APIs
How APIs Work
Types of APIs (REST, SOAP, GraphQL)
• Postman Basics
Overview of Postman Interface
Setting Up Postman
Creating and Sending Requests
• API Testing Fundamentals
Understanding HTTP Methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)
Working with API Endpoints
Response Codes and Their Meanings
• Advanced Features in Postman
Environment and Global Variables
Writing and Running Automated Tests
Chaining Requests
• Test Automation with Postman
Scripting with Postman Sandbox
Data-Driven Testing
Using Collection Runner
• Integrating Artificial Intelligence in API Testing
AI Tools and Techniques for Test Generation
Leveraging AI to Create Test Scenarios
Case Studies and Practical Applications
• Postman and CI/CD Integration
Integrating Postman Tests with Jenkins
Using Newman for CLI-Based Testing
Automating Testing in Pipeline
• Best Practices and Strategies
Writing Effective Test Cases
Managing Large Test Suites
Strategies for API Versioning and Testing
• Troubleshooting and Debugging
Common Pitfalls in API Testing
Debugging with Postman Console
Handling API Errors and Exceptions
• Final Project and Course Review
Designing a Comprehensive Test Suite
Implementing AI Techniques in Testing
Review and Feedback Session
• Conclusion and Next Steps
Additional Resources
Advanced Topics to Explore
Certification and Career Pathways in API Testing

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Taught by

Gianni Bruno

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Subjects

Programming