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REST Assured Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of REST Assured to add API automation testing to your Java code

James Willett

Created by James Willett

Explore the essentials of REST Assured and learn how to automate API testing using Java. Practice with real-world APIs and discover how to validate responses, extract data, and work with both JSON and XML formats. No prior experience with Java or API testing is required, making it approachable for a wide range of learners.

Packt | Nov 2023 | 200 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesWeb & Application Development, API Development Tools, Frameworks and Best Practices, DAX

What You Will Learn

You will set up your environment and work directly with real APIs, applying REST Assured to practical scenarios. By building projects and running tests, you will gain hands-on experience with request and response specifications, schema validation, and data extraction. Each step builds your confidence and skill with REST Assured.

Key Features

  • Automate API testing workflows using REST Assured in Java projects
  • Validate responses against XML and JSON schemas for reliable results
  • Extract and analyze data from API responses using advanced GPath techniques

Target Audience

Ideal for developers, testers, or anyone looking to add API automation skills to their toolkit. If you have some basic Java knowledge or are just starting with API testing, you will find the content accessible and practical. The focus is on quickly building your ability to test APIs efficiently and accurately.

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