Syllabus of SpecFlow Online Training
Module 1: Introduction to Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
- Understanding BDD principles and benefits
- Contrasting BDD with traditional testing approaches
- Role of SpecFlow in BDD
Module 2: Getting Started with SpecFlow
- Overview of SpecFlow framework
- Installing SpecFlow and configuring the development environment
- Creating a SpecFlow project structure
Module 3: Gherkin Syntax and Feature Files
- Introduction to Gherkin language
- Writing feature files to describe application behavior
- Gherkin syntax rules and best practices
Module 4: Step Definitions and Bindings
- Creating step definitions to implement feature file scenarios
- Mapping Gherkin steps to executable code
- Implementing reusable step definitions
Module 5: Parameterization and Data Tables
- Using parameters and data tables in step definitions
- Implementing data-driven tests with SpecFlow
- Parameterizing scenarios for multiple test cases
Module 6: Hooks and Tags
- Understanding hooks and their usage in SpecFlow
- Tagging scenarios
- Managing test execution
- Implementing before and after hooks for setup and teardown
Module 7: Backgrounds and Context Injection
- Using backgrounds to set up preconditions for scenarios
- Injecting context into step definitions for sharing state
- Utilizing context injection for scenario isolation
Module 8: Integrating SpecFlow with Selenium WebDriver
- Automating web UI tests with SpecFlow and Selenium
- Writing SpecFlow scenarios for web application testing
- Interacting with web elements using Selenium WebDriver
Module 9: Best Practices for SpecFlow
- Writing maintainable and efficient feature files and step definitions
- Organizing and structuring SpecFlow projects effectively
- Applying best practices for naming conventions and code readability
Module 10: Advanced Topics in SpecFlow
- Working with complex scenarios and scenario outlines
- Extending SpecFlow with custom bindings and plugins
- Integrating SpecFlow with other tools and frameworks
Module 11: Testing APIs with SpecFlow
- Validating RESTful APIs using SpecFlow and tools like RestSharp
- Writing feature files for API testing scenarios
- Implementing SpecFlow steps for API interaction
Module 12: Continuous Integration and Reporting
- Integrating SpecFlow tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Generating test reports and analyzing test results
- Monitoring SpecFlow test execution in CI environments