Selenium Automation Testing

Selenium Automation Testing is a crucial practice in software quality assurance that employs the Selenium framework to programmatically control web browsers and automate the testing of web applications. By writing scripts in languages such as Java, Python, or C#, testers can simulate user interactions—like clicking buttons, filling out forms, and navigating pages—to rapidly and repeatedly verify that an application functions as intended across different browsers and platforms. This process is fundamental for implementing continuous integration and delivery pipelines, as it enables teams to efficiently detect and fix bugs early in the development cycle, ensuring a more robust and reliable end-product.

1. Introduction to Software Testing
   1. Fundamentals of Software Testing
      1. Definition and Purpose of Software Testing
      2. Software Quality Concepts
      3. Testing Principles and Objectives
      4. Cost of Quality
   2. Types of Software Testing
      1. Functional Testing
         1. Unit Testing
         2. Integration Testing
         3. System Testing
         4. Acceptance Testing
      2. Non-Functional Testing
         1. Performance Testing
         2. Security Testing
         3. Usability Testing
         4. Compatibility Testing
   3. Testing Approaches
      1. Black Box Testing
      2. White Box Testing
      3. Gray Box Testing
   4. Manual vs Automated Testing
      1. Characteristics of Manual Testing
      2. Characteristics of Automated Testing
      3. When to Automate Tests
      4. When Manual Testing is Preferred
      5. Cost-Benefit Analysis
   5. Software Testing Life Cycle
      1. Requirement Analysis
      2. Test Planning
      3. Test Case Development
      4. Test Environment Setup
      5. Test Execution
      6. Test Cycle Closure
      7. Defect Reporting and Tracking
   6. Quality Assurance vs Quality Control
      1. QA Responsibilities
      2. QC Responsibilities
      3. Role in Automation Testing