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Insights on test automation, quality engineering, and software development best practices.
7 minData-Driven Testing in Playwright: Stop Repeating Your Tests
Learn how to refactor duplicated Playwright tests into clean, data-driven test cases using JavaScript arrays and forEach.
7 minPlaywright AI Agents Review: Planner, Generator, and Healer Tested
I tested all three Playwright AI agents on a real project. Here's what worked, what didn't, and which agent is actually worth your time.
11 minPlaywright Codegen Test Recorder: Generate Tests in Minutes
Step-by-step guide to using Playwright's built-in codegen test recorder in VS Code. Learn to record tests, add assertions, fix locators, and clean up generated code.
6 minHow to Install Playwright in VS Code
Step-by-step guide to installing Playwright in Visual Studio Code. From Node.js setup to running your first test, everything a beginner needs to get started.
8 minPlaywright GitHub Actions Setup from Scratch
A complete beginner guide to running Playwright tests on GitHub Actions. Set up your workflow, add the GitHub reporter, and debug failures directly in CI.
11 minHow to Fix Playwright Flaky Tests: 3 Common Causes
Flaky Playwright tests waste your time and destroy trust in your test suite. Here are the 3 most common causes and exactly how to fix each one.
7 minCypress get vs find vs contains: Which Locator Method to Use
Cypress has three locator methods and each one behaves differently. Here's how cy.get(), cy.find(), and cy.contains() work, when to use each, and the gotchas you need to know.
10 minWhat Is Page Object Model in Test Automation?
Page Object Model is a design pattern that organizes your test code into reusable methods. Here's what it is, why you need it, and how to avoid over-engineering it.
9 minIs Playwright MCP Worth It for Test Automation?
Everyone is hyping Playwright MCP for test automation. I ran a real-world demo with zero beautifying. Here's what actually happened and whether it's worth your time.
9 minJSON Schema Testing in Playwright: Validate API Responses the Right Way
Asserting every property in a 200-line API response is a nightmare. JSON Schema validation in Playwright catches breaking changes with a single check. Here's how.
10 minHow to Use Playwright Fixtures in Your Tests
Playwright fixtures feel confusing at first, but they're just functions that run before and after your tests. Here's how to use them, from basic syntax to worker-scoped setups.
8 minPlaywright Copy as Prompt: Debug Failing Tests with AI
Playwright 1.51 introduced Copy as Prompt, a feature that lets you send test failure context to any AI for instant debugging. Here's how to use it effectively.
11 minHow to Generate API Tests with AI in Playwright
Convert your Playwright UI tests into pure API tests using HAR file recording and AI. A practical, step-by-step workflow.
9 minHow to Use getByRole() in Playwright
A practical guide to using getByRole() in Playwright - the recommended way to locate web elements. Learn which roles you actually need, see real code examples, and know when to use alternatives.
4 minQA Conferences to Visit in 2026
A curated list of the best QA conferences in 2026. Online, offline, and hybrid options with a flexible budget. Plan your attendance today, and stay in the loop of the latest trends in the QA industry.
2 minHow To Succeed as SQA with Your Team (Part 2)
Part 2 of 'How To Succeed as an SQA Engineer' offers practical tips for SQA professionals to boost team performance. It covers creating mind maps to understand product architecture, analyzing upstream/downstream systems, assessing the tech stack, and evaluating testing infrastructure.
3 minHow To Succeed as SQA with Your Team (Part 1)
This blog post outlines five essential strategies for Software Quality Assurance (SQA) engineers to succeed with their teams: implementing the Pareto Principle, breaking work into manageable chunks, maintaining transparency, dedicating time to continuous learning, and recognizing that quality is a shared team responsibility rather than an individual burden.
8 minHow To Automate API using Playwright
How to automate APIs using the Microsoft Playwright framework with TypeScript and build a custom framework.
6 minPlaywright Not Waiting for Elements: Causes and Solutions
Discover why Playwright isn't waiting for elements as expected in your automation tests. Learn practical solutions to handle timing issues, including strategies for web tables and text lists.
5 minLearn Playwright Automation: A Strategic Approach for QA Engineers
Learn Playwright automation efficiently with this strategic approach for QA engineers. Discover how to build a strong foundation, layer your skills, and master Playwright step-by-step. Perfect for both experienced testers and beginners looking to enhance their test automation capabilities.
6 minPlaywright Locators Best Practices
Discover best practices for Playwright locators to build robust test automation frameworks. Learn to prioritize user-facing attributes, leverage advanced techniques, and use the Locator Picker tool effectively. Gain insights on creating stable, maintainable tests for complex web applications.
6 minPlaywright vs Cypress: How to make a right decision in 2024
Playwright and Cypress, two leading UI automation frameworks in 2024. I break down their key features, limitations, and coding experiences, providing practical examples to illustrate their differences. Whether you're building a small project or scaling up your testing infrastructure, this guide will help you make an informed decision between these powerful tools.
6 minPlaywright Timeout 30000ms Exceeded: What It Means and How to Fix It
This article explains the "playwright timeout 30000ms exceeded" error, a common issue in Playwright testing. It covers five types of Playwright timeouts, explores three main causes of this error, and provides practical solutions, including adjusting timeout durations, optimizing locators, and mocking slow endpoints. The article also offers best practices for handling timeouts and creating more robust Playwright tests.
4 minHow to Use Playwright Expect Assertions
Master Playwright assertions with our comprehensive guide. Learn the key differences between generic and locator assertions, best practices, common pitfalls, and expert tips for writing stable, efficient automated tests.
5 minThe Most Popular Git Commands for Testers
The most popular git commands for every test automation engineer. All typical use cases. Grouped by the subject for easy navigation
3 minThe difference between toBe() vs toEqual() assertion in Playwright
What is the difference between the toBe() and toEqual() assertions in Playwright?
7 minDo not force
Using {force: true} often can be a quick solution for non-clickable web elements in Playwright or Cypress. At first, it may seem like a great solution, but a major danger lies behind it.
6 minCypress or Playwright? Which one to choose?
Let's take a deeper dive into the subject to determine which of the two frameworks is a better fit for your project or organization. Let's go!
11 minCucumber - not a test automation tool
Cucumber is one of the most well-known tools in test automation. What is less well known is how widely this tool is misused. Let me try to explain and demonstrate why, in 99% of the cases, test automation projects do not need Cucumber. There is a better way.