How to Perform API Testing using Playwright | Learn Playwright TypeScript Full Course | Part 20

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Welcome to Part 20 of our comprehensive Playwright TypeScript course! Unlock the full potential of API testing with Playwright's built-in request handling capabilities. Learn to validate REST APIs, handle authentication, manage test data, and integrate API testing seamlessly with your UI tests – essential skills for comprehensive end-to-end application validation. [ RESOURCES ] Configure the demo application: https://youtu.be/w7YYAfAmsU4 How to Store Authenticated Browser State using Storage State: https://youtu.be/DiLdNXFkiv0 Learn how to create Playwright Fixtures and use them in your tests: https://youtu.be/lkPgyKrtc_M Official playwright documentation: https://playwright.dev/docs/api-testing https://playwright.dev/docs/screenshots Github Link for web application: https://github.com/Animesh66/demo-front-end Automation code link: https://github.com/Animesh66/pw-demo/tree/part-20 [ CONNECT WITH ME ] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qa-amukherjee/ Need a one-on-one session? Book here: https://topmate.io/animesh_mukherjee/ Website: https://www.learnwithanimesh.com [ TIMESPAMPS ] 0:00 - Introduction 0:12 - Table of Contents 0:17 - Perform API Testing using Playwright 01:17 - GET request 05:52 - POST Request 10:52 - Send Authentication Token 14:32 - PATCH Request 16:15 - DELETE Request 16:42 - Knowledge Check 16:55 - Thank You What You'll Learn in This Video 🔌 How to Handle API Request using Playwright? Why API Testing with Playwright Is Essential ⚡ Comprehensive Coverage: Test both frontend and backend with a single framework 🎯 Faster Execution: API tests run significantly faster than UI tests 💰 Cost Efficiency: Catch backend issues early before UI testing 🔄 Data Management: Efficient test data setup and cleanup through APIs 📈 Integration Power: Seamless combination of API and UI testing strategies 💡 Advanced API Testing Techniques You'll Master • Request Handling: Complete HTTP method implementation and configuration • Authentication Mastery: Multiple authentication patterns and security testing • Response Validation: Comprehensive assertion strategies for API responses • Integration Patterns: Hybrid API/UI testing for maximum coverage • Performance Testing: API load testing and performance validation Hashtags: #learnwithanimesh #playwrighttutorial #testautomation #playwright #typescript #apitesting #playwrights