First Page Object | Bondar Academy

Lesson Summary

In this lesson, we explored the concept of creating page objects in Cypress for a test application. The main points covered include: Creating Page Objects Each page of the application with an independent URL should have a corresponding JavaScript class as a page object. Exceptions exist for persistent sections of the application, such as the header , footer , or navigation elements, which can also be encapsulated in independent page objects. Implementation Steps Create a new folder named page objects within the Cypress directory. Create a new file named navigation-page.js for the navigation page object. Define a class, e.g., NavigationPage , and export an instance of this class for use in test files. Implement methods within the class for navigation, such as navigateToFormLayoutsPage , navigateToDatePickerPage , etc. Using Page Objects in Tests In the test file, import the page object instance and use its methods for navigation. For example: navigateTo.FormLayoutsPage(); This approach enhances readability and reduces code duplication across tests. Key Takeaways Create a new class for each page or persistent section. Export the class instance for easy access in tests. Utilize methods in the page object for navigation to improve maintainability. In conclusion, the page object design pattern simplifies test structure and enhances code clarity in Cypress.