Mastering REST Assured Java: Comprehensive API Testing

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.