Treffer: Hands-On Automated Testing with Playwright : Create Fast, Reliable, and Scalable Tests for Modern Web Apps with Microsoft's Automation Framework

Launch bulletproof web applications confidently by writing smarter, faster, and more reliable tests using Playwright with this comprehensive guide. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader•Key FeaturesArchitect resilient test suites using Playwright's advanced APIsOptimize performance, parallelism, and debugging for complex appsIntegrate cross-browser testing into scalable CI/CD workflowsBook DescriptionHands-On Automated Testing with Playwright draws from Faraz and Butch's extensive experience to help you harness the full potential of Microsoft's Playwright framework. The book begins with a quick setup refresher, walking you through intermediate and advanced concepts such as dynamic content handling, accessibility testing, AI-generated test scripts, and parallel test execution. You'll explore real-world applications with end-to-end testing workflows for e-commerce and single-page applications. Alongside traditional topics such as accessibility, mobile, and visual regression testing, this book delves into modern trends such as CI/CD pipelines, DevOps integration, and AI-driven testing enhancements. Each chapter is packed with practical examples, expert techniques, and performance optimization tips, helping you gain a deep understanding of maintainable automation strategies. Whether you're transitioning from manual testing or expanding your automation toolbox, this Playwright book provides the skills and confidence to build future-proof testing systems in today's complex web development landscape. •Email sign-up and proof of purchase required What you will learnSet up and configure Playwright for cross-browser testingGenerate and refine AI-powered test scriptsPerform mobile, accessibility, and visual regression testsDebug with Playwright Inspector and Trace ViewerIntegrate tests into CI/CD with GitHub ActionsUse page objects and patterns for maintainable codeSimulate real-world user flows in complex appsOptimize performance and parallelize test executionWho this book is forThis book is for two main groups. First, web developers and test automation engineers with up to five years of experience in JavaScript or similar languages. If you have a solid grasp of web development and want to adopt or deepen your use of Playwright, you'll find this book beneficial. Second, QA professionals who have basic scripting knowledge and are ready to transition from manual to automated testing. If you want to upskill using Playwright, this book offers clear, relatable examples that bridge manual testing concepts with automation practices.