Performing API Request | Bondar Academy

Lesson Summary

In this lesson, we explored how to use Playwright to make API calls directly to the server for creating test data in a UI scenario. The main focus was on automating the process of creating and deleting an article without relying on the UI, which is faster and more reliable. Key Steps in the Automation Process Scenario Overview: The scenario involves logging in, creating an article, and then deleting it. API Calls: Identify the necessary API calls using the Network tab in the browser's developer tools. Use a POST request to create the article, which requires a payload containing the article's title, body, and description. Obtain an authorization token by first logging in with a POST request to the user endpoint. Implementation in Postman: Replicate API calls in Postman to ensure they work before implementing them in Playwright. Validate responses and status codes (e.g., 200 , 201 , 422 , 401 ) to handle errors effectively. Playwright Implementation: Use the request fixture in Playwright to make API calls. Validate the status code of each response to ensure successful execution. Implement dynamic waits for negative assertions to avoid false positives. In summary, using API calls in Playwright streamlines the testing process, allowing for quicker and more reliable test scenarios. Always validate responses and handle authorization tokens properly to ensure successful API interactions.