Name: Mastering REST Assured Java: Comprehensive API Testing
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Last updated 3/2024

English

What you'll learn

The fundamentals of API testing and its significance in software development.
How to install, configure, and utilize REST Assured Java for automated API testing.
Writing and executing various types of API test cases, including GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and PATCH requests.
Advanced topics such as serialization, deserialization, request validation, and authorization handling.
Strategies for end-to-end testing, integration with the Cucumber framework, and converting JSON requests to POJOs.
Practical application of learned concepts through case studies and projects, including testing an employee database and building RESTful APIs from scratch.

Course content

6 sections • 81 lectures • 10h 40m total length

Introduction to Course5:49
What is REST Assured Java9:38
Installation of REST Assured Java6:02
Writing a Simple Test Case using REST Assured Java7:01
Create your first Rest Assured Java project and write a basic API test case, including setting the base Uri and using test annotations with JSON data.
Writing a Simple Test Case using REST Assured Java Continue8:35
Learn to write a simple Rest Assured Java test case for API testing: configure base URL, send a get request, print the response body, and run with TestNG.
Reading JSON Data8:00
Reading JSON Data Continue4:57
Validating Response Status7:44
Validating Response Headers10:08
Passing Query in REST Assured Java10:23
Passing Query in REST Assured Java Continue6:26

Introduction to Course3:48
GET Request Example8:03
POST Request Example12:07
PUT Request Example10:45
Explore how to perform put requests with Rest Assured Java to update user data by id, construct json payloads, and verify a 200 status code.
DELETE Request Example8:21
PATCH Request Example9:47
Demonstrate sending a patch request with Rest Assured Java to update a user's name and job, hitting /users/{id} and asserting a 200 status and updated response body.
Serialization and Deserialization Basics13:19
DE serialize JSON Data12:18
Explore deserializing json data in Rest Assured Java by posting a register user request, mapping the response to a registration success response, and asserting the success code and message.
Authorization in REST Assured Java10:35

Introduction to Course5:48
POM File9:26
Project Information7:38
End to End Testing Part 19:35
End to End Testing Part 27:17
Post a json payload with username and password to /account/v1/user, verify a 201 status, relax http validations to reach 200 for authentication, and perform end-to-end user validation in part 2.
End to End Testing Part 310:33
Execute end-to-end testing with rest assured by configuring base uri, authentication, and json request bodies, posting to the account/v1/generate token endpoint to obtain a token, and validating status codes.
End to End Testing Part 49:23
End to End Testing Part 59:12
Explore end-to-end testing with rest assured java by posting and retrieving book data (isbn), handling bearer authorization, json payloads, and status codes in api tests.
End to End Testing Part 611:40
Introduction to Cucumber6:00
API Testing using Cucumber Framework11:22
API Testing using Cucumber Framework Continue10:06
Convert JSON request to POJO Part 111:38
Convert JSON request to POJO Part 29:52
Convert JSON request to POJO Part 39:51

Introduction to Project5:09
Explore Rest Assured Java for testing rest APIs, compare Json and Xml data with Soap UI, and test employee data via XYZ company's case study.
Creating JSON Data3:54
Adding Dependencies6:14
Create a Maven project in Eclipse and add testing and json dependencies in pom.xml using TestNG and json-simple, then prepare for get, post, and put API tests.
Employee Details Part 16:00
Update the maven project and add rest assured 4.1.1, then build the workspace; create a get employ details test to fetch employees and verify the status code.
Employee Details Part 28:28
Employee Details Part 37:29
Add Employee Details9:51
Update Employee Details5:38
Delete Employee Details4:18
Learn to delete an employee record using Rest Assured Java by sending an http delete request to a users endpoint, validating the response status, and ensuring data removal.
Output of the Project3:00

Introduction to Project4:33
Maven Project4:28
Base Entity7:27
Named Entity Class8:40
Visit Modal Class4:39
Explore creating a domain model with base, entity, person, owner, pet, pet type, role, user, vet, and visit classes, along with speciality and repository structures.
Creating Repositories6:55
Creating Repositories Continue7:44
Creating Owner9:11
Implement a JPA-based owner repository using an entity manager to query by last name and id, and handle save with persist and merge.
Pet Type JPA9:43
Creating Visit8:35
Specialty JPA9:13
Rest Exception Classes Part 17:03
Create a rest application by adding two exception handling classes and a binding errors response, with constructors for id and body id and logic to handle null checks.
Rest Exception Classes Part 26:26
Learn to implement binding error handling in Rest Assured Java by creating a binding error class, collecting field errors, and generating messages from object name, field name, and rejected values.
Rest Exception Classes Part 37:02
Rest Exception Classes Part 48:03
Serializer7:56
Serializer Continue7:37
Deserialize Class12:12
Creating REST Controller Part 19:21
Create a rest controller for a pet clinic and expose api/pet. Retrieve a pet by id or all pets, returning json via response entities with not found or ok status.
Creating REST Controller Part 210:03
Extend rest controller functionality by implementing endpoints for retrieving pet types, adding and updating pets, and handling binding errors and location headers.
Creating REST Controller Part 36:05
Creating Services7:56
Creating Services Continue14:26
Output of the Project2:53

Introduction to Project3:18
Creating a Project and Adding Dependencies9:42
Create a Maven project in Eclipse, add Spring Boot dependencies (starter, web, data JPA) and MySQL connector, and configure an application.properties file.
Creating Department Class5:57
Creating Employee Class5:36
Department Repositories2:34
Create two repositories, a department repository and an employee repository, by extending CrudRepository with generics Department and Integer, and set up the package structure for crud operations.
Department Service9:43
Employee Service9:43
Build a spring-based department service to perform full crud operations, injecting the department repository and implementing get all, get by id, add, update, delete, patch, and batch actions.
Department Controller8:48
Create a department controller for the rest api with @RestController, a logger, and a department service to support get all, get by id, add via post, and update via put.
Department Controller Continue4:27
Employee Controller9:37
Main File2:48
Properties File6:35

Requirements

Basic understanding of Java will definitely help
No programming experience required

Description

Introduction:

Welcome to the "Comprehensive REST Assured Java Mastery" course! In this course, you'll embark on a journey to master API testing using the REST Assured Java library. APIs play a crucial role in modern software development, and the ability to effectively test them is a valuable skill for any software tester or developer. REST Assured Java simplifies API testing by providing a powerful and intuitive framework for writing automated tests.

Course Overview:

This course is divided into six comprehensive sections, each designed to progressively guide you from the basics to advanced techniques in API testing with REST Assured Java. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started with API testing or an experienced tester aiming to enhance your skills, this course has something for everyone.

What You'll Learn:

Understand the fundamentals of REST Assured Java and its importance in API testing.
Learn how to install and configure REST Assured Java for your testing environment.
Write simple test cases to validate API responses and perform basic operations.
Dive into intermediate topics such as serialization, deserialization, and request validation.
Explore advanced techniques including end-to-end testing, integration with the Cucumber framework, and handling authorization.
Apply your knowledge to real-world case studies and projects, including testing an employee database and building RESTful APIs from scratch.

Why Take This Course:

By the end of this course, you'll have the skills and confidence to tackle any API testing challenge using REST Assured Java. Whether you're testing web services, RESTful APIs, or microservices, you'll be equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to ensure the quality and reliability of your software applications.

So, are you ready to become a master of API testing with REST Assured Java? Let's get started!

Section 1: REST Assured Java - Beginners

In this introductory section, students are introduced to the fundamentals of REST Assured Java for API testing. The section begins with an overview of the course, followed by an explanation of what REST Assured Java is and its importance in API testing. Students then learn how to install REST Assured Java and write simple test cases using the framework. They explore essential concepts such as reading JSON data, validating response status and headers, and passing queries. By the end of this section, students will have a solid understanding of the basics of REST Assured Java and be ready to progress to more advanced topics.

Section 2: REST Assured Java - Intermediate

Building upon the foundational knowledge gained in the beginners' section, this intermediate section dives deeper into API testing with REST Assured Java. Students learn about various HTTP request methods, including GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and PATCH, and how to implement them using REST Assured Java. They also explore serialization and deserialization basics, authorization techniques, and advanced request validation. By the end of this section, students will have a comprehensive understanding of intermediate-level concepts in REST Assured Java and be able to perform a wide range of API testing tasks.

Section 3: REST Assured Java - Advanced

In this advanced section, students advance their skills in API testing with REST Assured Java. They learn about project management with Maven and set up a project structure for end-to-end testing. The section covers comprehensive end-to-end testing strategies, including test execution, reporting, and integration with the Cucumber framework for behavior-driven development (BDD). Students also learn how to convert JSON requests to Plain Old Java Objects (POJOs) and integrate them into their test automation framework. By the end of this section, students will have a deep understanding of advanced concepts in REST Assured Java and be able to design and execute complex API tests effectively.

Section 4: REST Assured Java Case Study - Testing Employee Database

In this section, students apply their knowledge to a real-world case study: testing an employee database. They start with an introduction to the project, understanding its objectives and scope. Through a series of lectures and hands-on exercises, students learn how to create JSON data, add necessary dependencies, and implement functionalities to manage employee details such as adding, updating, and deleting employee records. By working on this case study, students gain practical experience in applying REST Assured Java techniques to a concrete scenario, reinforcing their understanding of API testing principles and methodologies.

Section 5: Project on REST API - Pet Clinic Application

In this project-based section, students embark on building a REST API for a pet clinic application. The section begins with an introduction to the project, outlining its goals and requirements. Students then proceed to set up a Maven project structure and create entity classes for the pet clinic application, such as base entities, named entities, and visit models. They continue by implementing repository classes, defining REST controllers, and handling exceptions. Throughout the project, students gain hands-on experience in building a REST API from scratch using REST Assured Java, solidifying their understanding of RESTful API development principles and best practices.

Section 6: RESTful API Project - Employee Management System Tool

In the final section, students engage in another project focused on developing a RESTful API for an Employee Management System tool. They start with an introduction to the project's objectives and requirements before setting up the project structure and adding necessary dependencies. Students then proceed to create entity classes for departments and employees, implement repository classes, and define REST controllers for handling CRUD operations. Additionally, they learn about configuring properties files and integrating controllers and services. By completing this project, students gain valuable hands-on experience in building a RESTful API for a real-world application, further enhancing their skills in API development and REST Assured Java.

Who this course is for:

Software Testers: Individuals looking to enhance their skills in API testing and automation using REST Assured Java.
Software Developers: Professionals interested in learning how to test and validate APIs programmatically within their Java projects.
Quality Assurance Engineers: QA specialists aiming to improve their proficiency in API testing techniques and tools.
Junior to Senior Developers: Those seeking to expand their knowledge and expertise in API testing to advance their careers.
Computer Science Students: Students studying software development or related fields who wish to gain practical skills in API testing using Java.
IT Professionals: Individuals working in IT roles who want to broaden their skill set and improve their effectiveness in testing APIs.
Anyone Interested in API Testing: Individuals keen on understanding the principles and practices of API testing for better software quality assurance.

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Course content

REST Assured Java - Beginners11 lectures • 1hr 25min

REST Assured Java - Intermediate9 lectures • 1hr 29min

REST Assured Java - Advanced15 lectures • 2hr 19min

REST Assured Java Case Study - Testing Employee Database10 lectures • 1hr

Project on REST API - Pet Clinic Application24 lectures • 3hr 8min

RESTful API Project - Employee Management System Tool12 lectures • 1hr 19min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: