6 Skills Essential in your Cypress Automation Job and Why?

Not so long ago, I started learning about Cypress automation testing. I really wanted to make sure computer programs work well, and I was excited to learn. But what I didn't know was that I would face different kinds of problems along the way. Each problem needed a different skill to solve.

As I went through the good and bad times of this journey, I realized that getting really good at this requires working hard and having many different skills.

Challenge 1: Learning the Tools

The first problem I faced was understanding the tools I needed to use. I worked hard to learn how to use Cypress, and I also learned a lot about JavaScript and TypeScript. Even though it was difficult, this helped me make good test scripts.

Understanding the Tools: Imagine you want to build something cool with blocks. To do that, you need to know how to use different kinds of blocks. Just like that, to do well in Cypress testing, you need to be good with the tools it uses – like Cypress itself, and also JavaScript and TypeScript. These tools are like building blocks that help you create your tests.

Challenge 2: Dealing with Different Kinds of Code

Sometimes, the way the computer code works can be confusing. I had to be patient and learn how to use things called "promises" and "async/await." These skills helped me make different parts of my test scripts work together smoothly.

Understanding Code: Imagine you're putting together a puzzle. Each piece of the puzzle has to fit in the right place for the picture to be complete. The code is a bit like that puzzle. You need to understand how different pieces of code fit together to make things work. Learning about "promises" and "async/await" is like figuring out how to connect the puzzle pieces so that your tests work well.

Challenge 3: Figuring Out API Testing

I then had to learn how to test something called an "API." It's a way for different computer programs to talk to each other. This was challenging because I had to understand how to ask for information and make sure the answers were correct. Learning this helped me make sure the inside of computer programs worked well.

Testing APIs: Imagine you're talking to a friend using a walkie-talkie. You send a message, and your friend sends a message back. APIs are like those walkie-talkies – they help different programs communicate with each other. Learning how to test APIs is like making sure the messages you send and receive are clear and accurate.

Challenge 4: Copying How People Use a Computer

Another thing I learned was how to make the computer act like a person using it. I practiced making the computer click, type, and do other things that people do. This made my tests more realistic, just like how a person would use the computer.

Acting Like a Person: Imagine you're playing a game where you pretend to be a character. To do well, you need to act like the character and make decisions just like they would. When you make the computer act like a person using it, you're helping it pretend to be a user. This makes your tests more lifelike and useful.

Challenge 5: Fixing Tests That Sometimes Fail

Sometimes, the tests I made didn't always work the same way. This was a big problem. I had to think creatively and find ways to make them work better. I also had to understand how Cypress tries again when a test fails.

Solving Problems: Imagine you're playing a game and you get stuck at a tricky level. To keep going, you need to figure out a way to get past the tough parts. Solving problems in Cypress is a bit like that. When tests don't work, you need to use your thinking skills to find out what went wrong and how to fix it. This way, your tests become stronger and more dependable.

Challenge 6: Connecting with CI/CD

I also learned how to connect my tests with something called CI/CD. CI/CD helps tests happen automatically when we make changes to the program. This was important because it made sure our tests were always up-to-date and saved us a lot of time.

Integrating with CI/CD: Imagine you have a robot that does a task for you whenever you ask. CI/CD is like that robot – it runs your tests automatically whenever you make changes. This is helpful because it keeps your tests fresh and saves you a bunch of time.

Conclusion: Ready for Success

Looking back at what I've learned, I realized that being really good at Cypress testing is about more than just writing code. It's about having many different skills:

• Knowing the Tools: Being good with Cypress, JavaScript, and TypeScript is important. Just like a builder needs to know their tools, you need to know these to create great tests.
• Understanding Code: Knowing how different parts of code work is key to making good tests. It's like knowing how different pieces of a puzzle fit together.
• Testing APIs: Learning how to test how different programs talk to each other is important. It's like making sure messages between friends are clear.
• Acting Like a Person: Making the computer act like a person using it helps make tests better. It's like pretending to be a character in a game.
• Solving Problems: Being able to fix problems and figure things out is really important.
• Integrating with CI/CD: Connecting tests with CI/CD helps tests happen automatically, saving time and keeping them up-to-date.

Enjoy the Journey

For those who want to learn Cypress testing, remember this: every challenge you face is a chance to learn something new and get better. Don't be afraid of challenges, and see each one as a step toward getting really good. Learning Cypress isn't just about learning code; it's about becoming someone who can handle many different things and solve problems.

I'm eager to know about your experiences in automation testing and any interesting challenges you've faced in your application. Dear readers, please share your stories and insights in the comments below.

Let's have a conversation where we can learn from each other's experiences and motivate each other to explore new possibilities in the world of automation testing. Your contributions can inspire and help others in their automation journey.

So, don't hesitate to share - let's connect and grow together!