Below is a comprehensive course outline for an Automation Testing (Selenium + Python) course:
Module 1: Introduction to Automation Testing
- Understanding the significance of automation testing in software development
- Differentiating between manual and automated testing
- Exploring the role of Selenium and Python in automation testing
Module 2: Setting up the Automation Environment
- Installation of Python and Selenium WebDriver
- Configuring the development environment (IDE, plugins, etc.)
- Understanding the Selenium WebDriver architecture
Module 3: Basic Python Programming for Automation
- Python basics: data types, control structures, and functions
- Working with Python libraries and modules for automation testing
- Integrating Python with Selenium WebDriver
Module 4: Selenium WebDriver Basics
- Introduction to Selenium WebDriver and its features
- Locating web elements using various selectors
- Performing basic operations (clicking, typing, selecting, etc.) on web elements
Module 5: Advanced Selenium WebDriver Operations
- Handling different types of web elements (dropdowns, checkboxes, radio buttons, etc.)
- Synchronization techniques for handling dynamic web elements
- Managing pop-ups and alerts using Selenium WebDriver
Module 6: Test Frameworks in Selenium
- Introduction to test frameworks (Pytest, unittest, etc.) in Selenium
- Organizing and executing test cases using test frameworks
- Reporting and logging in automated test cases
Module 7: Data-Driven Testing and Page Object Model (POM)
- Implementing data-driven testing using external data sources (Excel, CSV, etc.)
- Creating and implementing the Page Object Model (POM) for better test maintenance
- Best practices for designing robust automation test frameworks
Module 8: Handling Advanced Automation Scenarios
- Working with frames and windows in web applications
- Handling multiple windows and tabs using Selenium WebDriver
- Handling drag and drop, mouse hover, and other advanced user interactions
Module 9: Automation Test Execution on Different Browsers
- Cross-browser testing using Selenium WebDriver
- Managing browser-specific capabilities and configurations
- Testing on different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) using Selenium
Module 10: Automation Test Reporting and Integration
- Generating test reports using Selenium and Python
- Integrating automation tests with Continuous Integration (CI) tools
- Using plugins and tools for effective test reporting and analysis
Module 11: Introduction to Behavior Driven Development (BDD)
- Understanding the basics of BDD and its advantages
- Implementing BDD with Selenium and Python using tools like Behave
- Writing feature files and step definitions for BDD automation
Module 12: Final Project and Course Review
- Implementing a complete automation testing project using Selenium and Python
- Reviewing key concepts, best practices, and advanced topics covered in the course
The course will incorporate hands-on assignments, practical demonstrations, and real-world case studies to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Automation Testing using Selenium and Python.