CODING JAG - Issue 229

Welcome to the 229th edition of Coding Jag brought to you by LambdaTest!👐

In this edition, you will dive into the world of testing and automation, with insights into Bruno as a Postman alternative, the power of AI-driven testing tools like SmolAgent, and the top load testing solutions for 2025.

You’ll also explore how AI is reshaping testing, learn about key challenges in Quality Engineering with Agile and DevOps, and discover essential security practices for safeguarding your apps. Plus, get the details on the DevWorld conference and much more!

News

API Fundamentals in Layman’s Terms

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Is API Really the Game-Changer for Developers? Buckle up as Kaushik Gopal takes you through how APIs transform development, boost automation, and optimize workflows. This guide is a must-read for developers eager to level up their skills and create more efficient, high-performing applications.

Four Frames for Testing, Part 6: Development and Testing Are Fractal

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Is Development and Testing Are Fractal really the key to effective software creation? Get ready as Michael Bolton challenges traditional methods, revealing how both development and testing are nonlinear and interwoven at every level. This thought-provoking piece is a must-read for developers and testers eager to transform their approach and deepen their understanding of software testing dynamics.

Breaking the Monolith: A Quality Engineer’s Journey to Micro Frontends

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Is moving from a monolithic architecture to Micro Frontends the future of software development? Join Ivan Sales as he leads Waitrose Digital’s shift to Micro Frontends. Learn how it optimized testing, boosted scalability, and enabled faster deployments. This guide showcases the transformation’s impact on quality, performance, and developer experience.

Refining Software Quality Metrics: Identifying the Most Effective KPIs

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Wondering which KPIs truly impact software quality? Discover the most effective KPIs with Rodrigo Borrego Bernabé, including unresolved vulnerabilities, defect resolution time, and automated tests, while discarding metrics that can lead teams astray. Uncover the key indicators for your software quality journey.

AI

Playwright AI Revolution in Test Automation

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Playwright AI is changing the test automation game! Michael Bodnarchuk explores how AI tools like Codegen, GitHub Copilot, and Testomatio are transforming Playwright testing. Wondering how these tools optimize tests and speed up workflows? Discover the future of automation now!

7 Ways AI is Revolutionizing Software Testing for More Efficient QA

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Curious about how AI is reshaping testing? Discover how these innovations are boosting efficiency and saving you time and resources. Don’t miss out—read on as Conformiq uncovers seven ways AI is transforming software testing and optimizing your resources.

Automation

WebDriverAgent - The Heart of iOS E2E Testing

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WebDriverAgent powers iOS E2E testing! But how? Discover what Thuyen (aka. Chris) has to say about how WDA serves as the backbone for Appium's iOS testing, exploring its core functionalities and integration in device farms. Learn how it enables remote testing, port management, and seamless interaction with iOS apps.

The Ultimate Guide to Security Testing in Software Testing

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Do you follow essential practices to safeguard your software? If not, no worries! Protecting your apps from cyber threats is crucial. See how security testing helps—from identifying vulnerabilities to using various tools and techniques. Bhavani R highlights how it ensures your app stays safe and robust.

Getting Started With Python unittest.mock Library

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Struggling with external dependencies causing slow tests or inconsistent results? Ini Arthur dives into how Python's unittest.mock library simplifies testing by mocking external dependencies. Learn how mocking allows you to isolate your code, ensuring faster, more reliable tests with less complexity and better results.

Is Test Generation There Yet?

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Can We Trust Test Generation Tools for Real-world Testing? Gil Zilberfeld dives into test generation tools like Visual Studio and Playwright. While they automate test creation, these tools often lack the necessary context and require developers to fine-tune inputs, expected results, and maintainability to ensure tests are reliable in real-world scenarios.

Tools

QA Tools: Exploring Bruno as a lightweight alternative to Postman for API testing

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Looking for a Postman alternative? Kostiantyn Teltov introduces Bruno, a lightweight, Git-friendly API testing tool gaining traction. Discover its features, from creating collections to running requests and adding assertions. While promising, it has some limitations, like limited autocomplete and parsing issues.

Top 10 Load Testing Tools for 2025: Ensuring Peak Performance in the Digital Era

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Looking to ensure peak software performance? David Richard curates the Top 10 Load Testing Tools for 2025, just for you, featuring JMeter, Gatling, K6, and LoadRunner. Discover how these tools simulate real-world loads, uncover bottlenecks, and optimize app scalability. Check Which one fits your needs!

Others

Podcast: How ProductSquads Redefined QE: Tackling Challenges with Agile, DevOps, and AI-driven Testing

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In this episode, airing on 07th February 2025, discover how ProductSquads tackles Quality Engineering challenges with Agile, DevOps, and AI-driven testing. Featuring Shailesh Gohe, Head of Quality Engineering at ProductSquads, sharing insights on driving faster delivery and smarter strategies. Hosted by Kavya!

Video: 🤖 AI Agents Explained: Effortless Automation Testing Starts Here 🚀

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In this video, you will explore Agentic AI Agents and their power in automating applications. The video covers what AI Agents are and the different types available in the market and demonstrates how SmolAgent from HuggingFace can be used for Selenium UI Testing and API Workflow Testing, offering an alternative to Postman. Watch this video to gain insights into this innovative AI-driven automation!

Events

Event: Devworld Conference 2025

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Join the DevWorld conference on February 27-28, 2025, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands! A two-day event designed for tech leaders, teams, and product managers, featuring talks across seven tracks, including AI, DevOps, Backend, and Web3. Hear from top companies like Google, IBM, and Netflix. Don’t miss out!