TestDive Conference 2024 presentation: „Don’t walk the same path twice – combine UI and API testing .„

In this presentation, we will explore how to improve the efficiency and stability of UI tests by integrating RestAPI. UI tests often face challenges due to their sensitivity to UI changes and instability caused by various delays and pop-ups. By incorporating API tests, we can mitigate these issues. RestAPI offers a faster and more stable alternative to certain UI tests. The approach involves identifying which test scenarios can be effectively covered by API testing, thereby reducing the reliance on Selenium for those parts of the application. This not only speeds up the testing process but also enhances its reliability by minimizing the impact of UI changes and other common Selenium-related problems. Implementing this strategy involves mapping out your test scenarios and determining which can be shifted to API tests. By doing so, you can create a more robust and efficient testing framework, leveraging the strengths of both Selenium and RestAPI. The ultimate benefit is a testing process that is both faster and less prone to errors, leading to more reliable and maintainable test automation