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Bharath K shared thisJust finished the course “Software Testing Foundations: Integrating AI into the Quality Process” by Mike Fine! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/g3Ndbr5w #softwaretesting #qualityassurancetesting #artificialintelligence #generativeaitools.
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Bharath K shared thisJust finished the course “Software Testing Assistance with GitHub Copilot AI” by Gary Kovar! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gDTS6zB2 #softwaretesting #aisoftwaredevelopment #artificialintelligence #githubcopilot.
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisYou saved the Playwright cheatsheet. Good. Now do the work the sheet can’t show — test design, data, and CI discipline. -> Short command summary Comment: "Playwright E2E Testing" for complete cheatsheet 1) Actions: page.click, page.fill, page.keyboard.type, page.mouse.click 2) Locators: getByRole, getByLabel, getByTestId, locator() 3) Sync patterns: expect(...).toBeVisible(), waitForResponse, waitForLoadState 4) Context: browser.newContext(), context.newPage(), context.storageState() 5) Network: page.route(), route.fulfill(), request.post() -> What’s missing that breaks suites: 1) APIRequestContext usage: credentials, token lifecycles, and deterministic setup — not optional. 2) Fixture discipline: scoped fixtures, not global state; avoid beforeAll for mutable state. 3) Test naming & intent: each test must state the behavior and the acceptable delta. 4) Failure replay steps: standardised repro + required artifacts (trace, video, network log). 5) Contract/Schema checks: integrate OpenAPI validation into CI to catch contract drift before UI tests run. -> Practical next steps 1) Stop using UI for state setup — call APIs. 2) Add request/response specs into automation repo. 3) Enforce locator strategy by linting patterns and code review. 4) Collect traces by default on CI retries. 5) Add a “why this test” doc block above complex tests. Note -> Cheat sheet = syntax. Production = discipline. Ship the latter. -x-x- Learn & Implement Playwright typescript framework with UI & API Testing + Hybrid Automation: https://lnkd.in/gHYidnfr #japneetsachdeva
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisRemote QA Job List with100% Work from Home with direct apply links! Like, Follow & Comment "REMOTE" to get the list!
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisInterview Question: "With 100 pages, do you create 100 Page Objects?" The answer reveals how well you understand design patterns in test automation. Here's my approach using patterns every automation engineer should know: ➡️ Singleton Pattern - Think of WebDriver/Configurations file as your single key. I use Singleton to ensure only one instance exists throughout the test execution. No matter how many pages I create, they all share the same instance - no confusion, no conflicts. (Quick Note: If WebDriver is used with SingleTon pattern - it restricts parallel execution) ➡️ Page Components Pattern - Real websites have repeating pieces - headers, footers, search bars, product cards. I create reusable components like HeaderComponent and ProductCardComponent that can be shared across multiple pages. Think LEGO blocks - build once, use everywhere. ➡️ Feature-Based Pages - Instead of creating LoginPage, RegisterPage, ForgotPasswordPage separately, I create an AuthenticationPage that handles all login-related features. Same logic applies to ShoppingPages, AccountPages, and CheckoutPages. Group by functionality, not by URL. ➡️ Builder Pattern - When creating complex page objects or test data, Builder pattern makes it elegant. Instead of messy constructors with 10 parameters, I chain methods: new UserBuilder().withName("John").withEmail("test@email.com").build() - much cleaner and readable. ➡️ Fluent Interface - This makes your page interactions read like natural language: loginPage.enterUsername("user").enterPassword("pass").clickLogin().verifyDashboard() - each method returns the page object, allowing smooth chaining. (Quick Note: Fluent and Builder patterns introduce Tight Coupling) ➡️ Common Utilities (BasePage & BaseTest) - BasePage contains shared functionality like wait methods, screenshot capture, and common element interactions. BaseTest handles driver setup, teardown, and reporting. These base classes eliminate duplicate code across your framework. ➡️ Page Object Model (POM) - This is your foundation pattern. Instead of scattering element locators across test methods, POM creates a clean separation where each page becomes a class with its own elements and methods. But here's the key - you don't need 100 classes for 100 pages. ➡️ The Magic Result: 100 pages become just 8-10 well-designed classes that handle everything efficiently. Your framework becomes a Swiss Army knife - compact but incredibly powerful. Remember: Great automation isn't about having more classes - it's about having smarter patterns that scale effortlessly. What's your favorite design pattern for test automation? Share below! 👇 -x-x- Job Guarantee Full Stack QA & Automation Course | Get your next job as an SDET in 2026: https://lnkd.in/gcFkyxaK #japneetsachdeva
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked this🔥 Still Googling Playwright methods during interviews or coding? Here’s a Complete Playwright Functions Reference Guide (PDF) that puts everything you need in one place — perfect for automation engineers working with modern UI testing. Playwright is quickly becoming the preferred alternative to Selenium, and mastering its functions is a huge advantage in interviews and real projects. 📘 What’s Inside the Guide? 🔹 All Playwright Element Functions click(), fill(), type(), hover(), dblclick() & more 🔹 Assertions You Must Know toBeVisible(), toHaveText(), toBeEnabled(), toContainText() 🔹 Page-Level Functions goto(), waitForSelector(), reload(), screenshot() 🔹 Locator Strategies CSS, XPath & advanced Playwright locator patterns 🔹 API Testing with Playwright Validate backend APIs along with UI flows 🔹 Real-Time Code Examples Ideal for fast revision before interviews 🎯 Who Should Use This? ✅ Automation Engineers ✅ SDETs ✅ QA Professionals ✅ Anyone preparing for Playwright interviews or building scalable frameworks This is a practical reference, not theory — something you’ll actually use while coding. 📩 Want the PDF? Comment “Playwright” and I’ll send it instantly! 👍 Like | 💾 Save | 🔁 Share with your QA network ➕ Follow for more Automation Testing & Interview prep content #Playwright #AutomationTesting #SDET #QAEngineer #TestingCommunity #JavaScriptTesting #InterviewPreparation #TestAutomation #CareerGrowth
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisEast or West, Java is the Best 😂 I started learning Python with full motivation. Everyone said: “Bhai, Python is easy.” Day 1: x=10; y=20; print(x+y) I smiled. Day 2: for i in range(5): print(i) Still okay. Day 3: Someone wrote: a,b,c=1,2,3; print([i for i in range(10) if i%2==0]) That’s when reality hit. My Java soul whispered: “Beta… yeh coding kam, magic zyada lag raha hai.” In Java, I feel safe. Variables get respect. Loops get their own space. Every line breathes properly. Python taught me one thing for sure: I don’t hate programming… I just love clarity. So yes — East or West, Java is the Best. Because mujhe code samajhna hai, decrypt nahi karna 😄
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked this⭐Here’s a summary of the differences between manual testing vs automation testing 🔹In manual testing, a QA analyst manually executes test cases and inspects the software to find bugs — relying on human effort, intuition, and observation. 🔸Automation testing, by contrast, uses scripts and tools to run tests — enabling faster execution, repeatability, and often more thorough coverage for regression or large test suites. #ManualTesting #QualityAssurance #TesterLife #SoftwareTesting #Retest #CICD #TechCareers #TeamWork #QualityFirst #AutomationTesting #BugLife #TestAutomation #InspirationForTesters #AgileTesting
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisIt took me a long time to understand this — interviews don’t test how much you know… they test how clearly you can think under pressure. I’ve seen this in my own journey. I used to prepare everything — Java, Selenium, API, frameworks — but the moment the interviewer asked a scenario, I would get stuck. Not because I didn’t know the answer… but because I didn’t know how to break it down and communicate it. Here are the interview habits that changed everything for me 👇 🔹 1. I learned to break scenarios into steps Example: “How will you find a stable locator?” Earlier → I would give a direct answer. Now → I explain my complete thought process: ✔ Check DOM structure ✔ Identify static attributes ✔ Verify using SelectorsHub ✔ Test dynamic behaviour This shows clarity. 🔹 2. I practiced explaining Java concepts with examples Not… “Encapsulation means data hiding.” Instead… “I used encapsulation in my framework to manage driver and reusable methods.” Real examples > theory. 🔹 3. I started thinking out loud Interviewers like when you walk them through your logic. Even if your answer isn’t perfect, your approach impresses them. 🔹 4. I prepared for unexpected questions Things like: ✔ “Your script is flaky — fix it.” ✔ “API returns 500 — what will you check?” ✔ “UI locator keeps changing — what’s your strategy?” These show your problem-solving ability, not your memory. 🔹 5. I focused on communication, not perfection A clear, structured answer beats a complex one. 💯Preparing for interviews? If you need help with: ✔ Scenario-based explanations ✔ Java + Selenium + API interview flow ✔ Locator strategy using SelectorHub ✔ Real mock interview practice ✔ Clear communication structure You can connect with me here 👇 👉 https://lnkd.in/dUYHp9Af Interviews don’t require more knowledge — they require better clarity. #SDET #InterviewPreparation #AutomationTesting #SoftwareTesting #ManualToAutomation #JavaForTesters #APIInterview #SelectorHub #TestingCommunity #CareerGrowth
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked thisTop Git Interview Question > Beginner Level 1. What is Git, and how is it different from other version control systems like SVN? 2. What is the difference between Git and GitHub? 3. What are the basic Git commands you use daily? 4. What is the purpose of `git init`? 5. Explain the difference between `git add`, `git commit`, and `git push`. 6. What does `git status` show? 7. How do you create a new branch in Git? 8. How do you switch between branches? 9. What is a merge conflict? How do you resolve it? 10. Explain `git clone` vs `git pull`. --- > Intermediate Level 11. What is the difference between `git fetch` and `git pull`? 12. How does `git rebase` differ from `git merge`? 13. What is the use of `.gitignore`? 14. What is a detached HEAD in Git? 15. How do you revert a commit? 16. How do you squash commits? 17. Explain `git stash` and how to use it. 18. What is the difference between `git reset`, `git checkout`, and `git revert`? 19. How can you view commit history in Git? 20. What is cherry-picking in Git? --- > Advanced Level 21. What is Git rebase interactive (`git rebase -i`) and when do you use it? 22. How do you resolve conflicts after a rebase? 23. How do you handle large binary files in Git? 24. How do you undo a pushed commit? 25. What are Git hooks? 26. How do you configure Git in a CI/CD pipeline? 27. What’s the difference between local, remote, and upstream branches? 28. How do you clean up a Git repository (e.g., remove old branches, large files)? 29. Explain the concept of Git reflog. 30. What is the difference between `origin/main` and `main`? Grab your 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐐𝐀/𝐒𝐃𝐄𝐓 𝐊𝐢𝐭 Now! 🔗𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐐𝐀/𝐒𝐃𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐐&𝐀 𝐊𝐢𝐭 - https://shorturl.at/ZajPf 🔗𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐚𝐯𝐚 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐢𝐭 - https://shorturl.at/pEpHl Follow Kushal Parikh for more insights about Software Testing Happy Testing! #Git #Github #Automation #TestAutomation #Java #SDET
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Bharath K liked thisBharath K liked this𝗜 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 10𝘅 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 Here are 20+ 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 frequently asked in SDET/Test Automation roles at top product-based companies 1) What are the key components of a scalable test automation framework? 2) How do you design a framework that supports parallel and cross-browser testing? 3) How would you structure tests to ensure maintainability in large projects? 4) What’s the role of Page Object Model vs Screenplay Pattern in automation frameworks? 5) How do you manage test data for automation—hardcoded, factories, or external files? 6) What are some ways to reduce flakiness in automated UI tests? 7) How do you integrate logging and reporting into your test framework? 8) Explain how to build a plugin-based architecture for test execution. 9) How do you implement retries, test dependencies, and soft assertions? 10) What’s your approach to integrating API and UI tests within the same framework? 11) How would you handle dynamic web elements (changing IDs, AJAX content)? 12) What is fixture-driven testing and how is it applied in Playwright or TestNG? 13) How do you organise your test directory structure for reusability? 14) Explain the pros and cons of data-driven vs behavior-driven testing. 15) How do you configure CI/CD pipelines for automated test execution? 16) What are common pitfalls while using Selenium or Playwright in large test suites? 17) How do you implement custom annotations or decorators in your framework? 18) How do you handle mocking and stubbing in E2E tests? 19) What’s your strategy for reporting flaky or intermittent test failures? 20) How would you migrate a legacy test suite to a modern automation framework? 21) How do you measure test coverage and optimize it in automation? 22) How do you version-control test scripts and share reusable modules across teams? 23) Explain your debugging approach when tests fail on CI but pass locally. -x-x- Crack your next SDET Coding interview, Master Arrays, String and Medium LeetCode problems: https://lnkd.in/ggXcYU2s #japneetsachdeva
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