Appium 2 – Interceptor Plugin (Mock API RequestResponses )

What you'll learn
Mocking of API calls for the Mobile App - Request JSON Body, Response JSON Body, Headers
API Dependence: Mobile applications frequently rely on external APIs that may be unreliable or subject to change. The Intercept Plugin allows you to mock API
Enhanced Test Coverage: By dynamically manipulating request and response data, you can test a broader range of conditions without needing backend
Faster Testing Cycles: Mocking APIs eliminates the need for a live server and reduces test execution time
Requirements
Appium
Java
Description
In today's complex mobile applications, testing can be challenging due to the dependency on live APIs and third-party services. Traditional testing methods often fall short when dealing with inconsistent or unavailable external services. This is where the Appium Intercept Plugin becomes essential. It allows testers to simulate and control API responses, providing a crucial mechanism for robust front-end testing.Why is the Intercept Plugin Required? The Appium Intercept Plugin is designed to address several critical issues in automated testing:Simulating Edge Cases: Testing edge cases or error scenarios often requires specific API responses. With the plugin, you can simulate diverse API behaviors (like timeouts, failures, or unusual data), which helps in validating how your application handles these scenarios.API Dependence: Mobile applications frequently rely on external APIs that may be unreliable or subject to change. The Intercept Plugin allows you to mock API responses, ensuring that your tests remain stable and consistent regardless of external API availability or behavior.Enhanced Test Coverage: By dynamically manipulating request and response data, you can test a broader range of conditions without needing multiple backend configurations. This improves the coverage and effectiveness of your tests.Faster Testing Cycles: Mocking APIs eliminates the need for a live server and reduces test execution time. This leads to faster feedback during development, which is crucial for Agile and continuous integration practices.
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Introduction (Author) and My Role in Advanced QA Engineering
Section 2: Background : Common Problems and Possible Solutions
Lecture 2 Common problems faced by the front end automation frameworks
Lecture 3 Solutions to Overcome this Challenge: Key Features and Strategies
Section 3: Appium Interceptor Plugin
Lecture 4 Outline
Lecture 5 Network Interception: How It Works
Lecture 6 Appium Interceptor Plugin Architecture: How It Works
Lecture 7 Features of the Appium Interceptor Plugin: What It Offers
Section 4: Core Concepts
Lecture 8 Installation of Appium Interceptor Plugin
Lecture 9 Activate the Appium Interceptor Plugin
Lecture 10 Integrating the Appium Interceptor Plugin into Your Existing Framework: Required
Section 5: Pre-Requisite
Lecture 11 Start the Appium with Appium Interceptor Plugin
Lecture 12 Framework-Level Changes: A Walkthrough for Integrating the Appium Interceptor Pl
Section 6: Demo
Lecture 13 Mocking API Responses to Test Different Text on Mobile App UI
Lecture 14 Mocking API Status Code 500: Testing Error Handling on the Login Screen
Section 7: Q&A
Lecture 15 Questions?
Mobile App SDET /QA/QE who wants to remove dependancies from backend servers for App Automation,SDET/QA/QE who is using Appium for Mobile App Automation
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