Selenium IDE, once considered a basic record and playback tool with limitations such as lack of cross-browser testing and parallel execution, has undergone significant upgrades, making it a more viable option for automated testing. Initially abandoned in 2017, it has seen a resurgence due to enhancements that include support for cross-browser testing, parallel test execution, and compatibility with both Chrome and Firefox extensions. These improvements, along with features like exporting test cases to popular programming languages and integration with DevOps toolchains, have contributed to its growing popularity in the QA world. The tool now supports more resilient tests by recording multiple locators for each element and offers extensibility through plugins, making it more than just a simple automation tool and aligning it closer with advanced tools like Selenium WebDriver. These advancements address past criticisms and position Selenium IDE as a valuable resource for testers, especially those interested in codeless automation solutions.