Test Automation

• Module 1 - Introduction to Test Automation
  
  • What is Test Automation? Why is it needed?
  • Manual Testing vs Automation Testing
  • Types of Testing suitable for Automation
  • Automation Feasibility Analysis
  • Test Automation in the Modern SDLC
  • Introduction to AI-powered Testing Tools (overview of tools like Testim, mabl, Functionize)

• Module 2 - Understanding Selenium – The Industry Standard
  
  • What is Selenium? Why Selenium?
  • History and Evolution of Selenium
  • Components of Selenium Suite:-
    
    • Selenium IDE
    • Selenium RC (legacy)
    • Selenium WebDriver
    • Selenium Grid
  • Advantages and Limitations of Selenium

• Module 3: Salesforce Essentials for QA Professionals
  
  • What is Salesforce?
  • Salesforce Cloud Offerings: Sales, Service, Marketing, Experience
  • Key Salesforce Terminologies
  • Understanding the Salesforce Data Model
  • Navigating the Lightning UI
  • Salesforce Sharing and Security
  • Reports & Dashboards
  • AppExchange Overview
  • Real-World BA Use Cases in Salesforce Projects
  • AI in Salesforce (Einstein Overview)

• Module 4 - Java Essentials for Test Automation
  
  • Variables and Data Types
  • Operators, Conditional Statements, and Loops
  • Strings and String Methods
  • Arrays and ArrayLists
  • Collections Framework Overview
  • Methods and Static Keyword
  • Object-Oriented Programming Basics (Class, Object, Inheritance, Polymorphism)

• Module 5 - Environment Setup
  
  • Installing Java and Eclipse/IntelliJ
  • Introduction to Maven and Project Setup
  • WebDriver and Browser Driver Configuration
  • Creating and Running the First Selenium Test Script
  • Understanding the Project Structure (Maven-based)

• Module 6 - Locating and Interacting with Web Elements
  
  • Overview of Selenium Locators
    
    • ID, Name, ClassName, TagName, LinkText, PartialLinkText
    • XPath (absolute, relative)
    • CSS Selectors
  • Optimizing XPath and Using Functions
  • XPath Axes and Dynamic Element Handling
  • Using DevTools effectively for Automation

• Module 7 - WebDriver in Action
  
  • Common WebDriver Commands (get, navigate, etc.)
  • Working with Forms: Input, Buttons, Dropdowns, Checkboxes, etc.
  • Validations: getText, getAttribute, isDisplayed, etc.
  • Handling AJAX and Dynamic Elements

• Module 8 - Synchronization Techniquesn
  
  • Types of Waits in Selenium
    
    • Implicit Waits
      
    • Explicit Waits
    • Fluent Wait
    • Thread.sleep() – when and why to avoid

• Module 9 - Advanced Selenium Features
  
  • Handling Alerts, Pop-ups, and Modals
  • Working with Frames and iFrames
  • Managing Multiple Windows/Tabs
  • Mouse and Keyboard Actions using Actions Class
  • File Upload/Download and Robot Class

• Module 10 - Version Control with Git
  
  • What is Version Control?
  • Introduction to Git and GitHub
  • Cloning, Committing, and Pushing Code
  • Creating and Managing Branches
  • Resolving Merge Conflicts
  • Collaborating via GitHub in Real-time Projects

• Module 11 - Integrating Selenium with Salesforce
  
  • Introduction to Salesforce Applications and UI Structure
  • Challenges in Salesforce Test Automation
  • Locating Dynamic Elements in Salesforce DOM
  • Best Practices for Salesforce UI Test Automation

• Module 12 - Exposure to BDD with Cucumber (Real-Time Salesforce Project)
  
  • Introduction to BDD and Cucumber
  • Cucumber Feature Files, Step Definitions & Test Runner
  • Gherkin Syntax: Writing Effective Feature Scenarios
  • Integrating Cucumber with Selenium WebDriver in a Salesforce Project
  • Running Cucumber Tests and Reading Reports
  • Real-time Framework Walkthrough: Structure, Tags, Hooks, Utilities

• Module 13 - Introduction to AI in Test Automation
  
  • Overview of AI in Testing: Trends & Tools
  • Smart Element Locators & Self-Healing Tests
  • Visual Regression using AI Tools
  • Introduction to low-code/no-code AI-based automation tools (e.g., Testim, Katalon Studio, Mabl)
  • How to combine traditional Selenium with AI tools in modern teams

• Module 14 - Real-Time Project and Career Readiness
  
  • End-to-End Test Automation Flow: Salesforce Scenario
  • Writing Test Cases in Excel/JIRA → Automating with Selenium
  • Creating Modular, Reusable Scripts
  • Creating Reports: TestNG / ExtentReports
  • Defect Logging and Traceability with JIRA
  • Practice Assignment & Peer Reviews

• Module 15 - Interview Prep & Career Guidance
  
  • Salesforce & Selenium Interview Q&A Bank with Explanations
  • Resume Preparation and Personal Branding (LinkedIn Tips)
  • Mock Interviews and Feedback
  • Career Pathways: QA Analyst → Test Automation Engineer → SDET
  • Mentorship and Lifetime Access to Resources

• Module 16 - Bonus Resources
  
  • Sample Test Cases & Project Templates
  • Recorded Sessions & Cheat Sheets
  • Access to WhatsApp/Slack Support Group
  • Certification of Completion

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