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Date Published
Author
Rahul Rana
Word count
2220
Language
English
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None

Summary

Cucumber and Selenium are popular frameworks for Behavior Driven Development (BDD) and browser automation, respectively, with the former utilizing the Gherkin language to write test cases in plain English. This approach bridges the gap between technical and non-technical team members, making it easier for all stakeholders to understand project requirements. While some testers hesitate to use Gherkin due to the perceived additional workload, the language actually facilitates better documentation and collaboration. The tutorial demonstrates how Gherkin can enhance Selenium testing by providing a clear syntax for writing test cases, leading to more efficient and maintainable automation scripts. It also highlights the integration of Gherkin with Selenium on platforms like LambdaTest, which offers advantages such as cross-browser testing and test tracking via its dashboard, enhancing the overall testing process.