Salesforce Automation Testing (Maven / Java / Cucumber)

Name: Salesforce Automation Testing (Maven / Java / Cucumber)
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Master SFDC Test Automation with Maven, Java, and Cucumber: Build Frameworks, Write BDD Tests, and Run Tests Parallelly

Created bySaravanan Ramaswamy

Last updated 1/2026

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What you'll learn

By end of this course , You will be able to develop Top class Cucumber BDD Selenium Test Framework from Scratch
Understand how BDD(Behaviour driven development) approach works to write Scenarios for Test Automation
In depth understanding of Core Cucumber framework concepts like Dependency Injection, Parallel execution, CI/CD Integration
Practical knowledge on Data driven testing, Parameterizations, Reusable components, Cucumber hooks, tags & Attributes
Page object model for Salesforce Objects
Salesforce tips & tricks
Salesforce Test Automation using APIs

Course content

18 sections • 91 lectures • 20h 1m total length

Introduction2:59
Discover Salesforce automation testing with Selenium using a cucumber-based BDD framework. Learn how plain-English feature files and a structured execution framework enable easy test maintenance and execution.
Course Content1:23
Gherkin syntax and its behaviour8:22
How Cucumber Scenario is used20:03
Introduction to Cucumber BDD

Installing Java and updating environment variables7:35
Setup Maven and updating environment variables6:44
Install IDE - IntelliJ / Eclipse10:02
Updating Cucumber Dependency and installing plugin in IDE14:07
Install cucumber plugins for eclipse or IntelliJ and use Maven to create a project with pom.xml. Define groupId and artifactId and understand src/main/java and src/test/java.
Adding Maven Dependency16:08
Cucumber Configuration

Reusability of Gherkin Steps22:57
Discover how to implement reusability in cucumber steps for Salesforce login by creating reusable login steps, using parameters to handle different users, and mapping steps to definitions.
Cucumber Scenario Outline - How to parameterize11:48
Regex pattern in Step definition7:21
Learn how regex patterns in step definitions handle multiple data types beyond strings, replacing hard-coded strings with flexible captures, and using cap and dollar for proper mapping.
Quiz

Cucumber Hooks15:31
Reporting in Cucumber framework18:32
Discover cucumber reporting with the pretty plugin to generate html and json reports, learn to configure tags, and analyze pass/fail at the step level, with monochrome and dry run options.
Quick Recap9:27
Revisit the essentials of cucumber-based testing for Salesforce, highlighting reusability, data-driven testing with examples and data tables, and Maven-based report generation.
Quiz

Framework Overview8:37
Create and build Maven Project21:58
Salesforce Scenario Based Automation - Cucumber9:11
Create Step Definition, Feature files & Test Runners11:36
Create step definitions and a test runner for cucumber-based selenium tests, configure features and glue paths, enable monochrome output, and generate skeletons for undefined steps.
Identification of Element Locator28:23
Selenium Code for Step Definition23:54
Learn to set up selenium web driver in a java maven cucumber framework, open login page, locate username and password by xpath, enter credentials with send keys, and click login.
Using Environment Variables for Credentials9:15
Assert / Verify14:38
Learn to assert and verify login error messages for invalid credentials using unique selectors to get text, and multiple assertion approaches (equals, equals ignore case, contents) in a negative test.
Bypass OTP Authentication during login using browser profiles7:42
Sample Code - using Browser Profiles0:03
Framework Overview
Project Code0:01

Breaking Step Definition into Multiple Files16:18
Cucumber Dependency Injection19:54
Page Object Model16:12
Learn to implement the page object model to organize login page elements by page, using selenium locators and a test context driven driver.
Page Object Model - Continued25:18
Extend the page object model for Salesforce automation by building login and home page objects, employing a page factory, and handling UI elements like accounts and opportunities.
Page Factory - Page Object Manager17:30

Requirements

No prior experience required
Salesforce Testing Knowledge is good to have
Basic Selenium knowledge is good to have
Basic Java knowledge is good to have

Description

Unlock the full potential of Salesforce automation testing in this hands-on, step-by-step course designed for aspiring and experienced QA professionals. Whether you're new to Salesforce or an experienced tester looking to master automation, this course equips you with the skills to streamline Salesforce testing using powerful tools and frameworks.

In this course, you will:

Understand Salesforce Basics: Learn the fundamentals of Salesforce architecture and key modules to ensure you're ready to automate effectively.
Master Automation Frameworks: Build robust test automation frameworks using Maven, Java, and Cucumber for seamless Salesforce testing.
Integrate with Salesforce Ecosystem: Learn how to handle Salesforce's unique challenges like dynamic elements, locators, and testing complex workflows.
Write Behaviour-Driven Tests: Leverage Cucumber to create readable and reusable test scripts that align with business processes.
Run Parallel Tests: Configure your framework to execute tests in parallel, saving time and increasing test coverage.
Generate Detailed Reports: Implement reporting solutions to track test execution and communicate results effectively to stakeholders.
Utilize Real-World Scenarios: Solve practical challenges like handling Salesforce popups, testing Lightning components, and managing large data sets.
Integrate with CI/CD Pipelines: Automate your tests in DevOps workflows using GitHub Actions and Jenkins.

By the end of this course, you will have a fully functional, scalable Salesforce test automation framework that can be customized for any Salesforce application.

Who is this course for?

QA Engineers looking to specialize in Salesforce automation
Developers transitioning to test automation
Salesforce Admins eager to understand and implement automation
Professionals preparing for roles in Salesforce testing and automation

Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of Java and Selenium is nice to have not mandatory, we’ll guide you through the specifics required for Salesforce testing.

Why take this course?
Salesforce is the leading CRM platform used by enterprises worldwide. Automation testing for Salesforce applications is a highly sought-after skill, ensuring faster releases and robust application quality. Equip yourself with expertise in tools and techniques that top companies are actively seeking!

Enrol now and step into the future of Salesforce automation testing.

Who this course is for:

Automation testers, Salesforce QA, Manual Testers

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Course content

Introduction4 lectures • 33min

Salesforce Setup3 lectures • 10min

Setting Up Java and Cucumber Project Configuration5 lectures • 55min

Getting Started with Cucumber Framework3 lectures • 51min

Reusables, Regex patterns & Parameterization3 lectures • 42min

Data Driven Test, Execution & Usage of Background in Scenario3 lectures • 43min

Cucumber Hooks & Reports3 lectures • 44min

Sample Cucumber Project2 lectures • 1min

Framework Overview - Selenium Scripts Creation11 lectures • 2hr 15min

Framework - Adding Dependency & Design Patterns5 lectures • 1hr 35min

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