Welcome to the “Getting Started with Playwright” module! This module is designed to kickstart your journey into the world of web application testing with Playwright, an open-source automation tool developed by Microsoft. By the end of this module, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to set up Playwright, write and run your first automated test, and utilize Playwright’s powerful features for cross-browser testing.

What You Will Learn

• Introduction to Playwright: Understanding the core concepts of Playwright and its advantages over other testing tools.
• Setting Up Your Environment: Step-by-step guide to installing Playwright and setting up your testing environment.
• Your First Playwright Test: Writing and running your first automated test with Playwright.
• Exploring Playwright Features: A look into Playwright’s key features such as auto-wait, network interception, and multi-context testing.
• Cross-Browser Testing: How to use Playwright for cross-browser testing to ensure your web application works seamlessly across all supported browsers.

Prerequisites

Before you dive into this module, it’s recommended that you have a basic understanding of JavaScript or TypeScript, as Playwright scripts are typically written in these languages. Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS) and some experience with automated testing concepts will also be beneficial.

Ready to get started? Dive into the first unit to begin your Playwright journey!

Introduction

Salesforce Testing:

Salesforce testing involves validating the customization, configuration, and functionalities within Salesforce CRM to ensure they meet business requirements. It’s crucial for maintaining the integrity and performance of Salesforce implementations. Types of Salesforce testing include:

• Unit Testing: Testing individual components or modules.
• System Testing: Assessing the entire Salesforce ecosystem as a whole.
• Integration Testing: Ensuring Salesforce interacts seamlessly with other systems.
• Performance Testing: Verifying that Salesforce performs well under various conditions.
• Security Testing: Checking for vulnerabilities within the Salesforce environment. Playwright for Testing:

Playwright is a modern automation library developed by Microsoft, designed for testing web applications across all modern web browsers. It offers:

• Cross-Browser Testing: Seamless testing across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
• Headless Mode: Fast test execution without the UI.
• Auto-Wait: Automatically waits for elements to become interactable.
• Network Mocking: Simulate network requests and responses.
• Visual Testing: Snapshot testing for UI components. Applying Playwright to Salesforce Testing:

Playwright can be utilized for Salesforce testing by automating browser-based tests of Salesforce applications. This approach helps in:

• Automating User Interactions: Simulating user actions within the Salesforce UI.
• End-to-End Testing: Validating complete workflows from the user’s perspective.
• CI/CD Integration: Integrating tests into continuous integration and delivery pipelines for continuous testing. Combining Salesforce testing methodologies with Playwright’s automation capabilities provides a robust framework for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of Salesforce implementations while facilitating rapid development cycles.