Revolutionize Your App Testing with Cypress, Cypress Testing Library, and Axe
Are you tired of manual testing and wondering if your app works as expected for your users? Look no further! In this article, we’ll explore three powerful tools that will give you real confidence in your application’s functionality and accessibility.
The Toolchain
Cypress is a game-changer for creating and running end-to-end tests. It simulates user interactions, verifying that your app behaves as expected. Cypress Testing Library makes writing tests easier and more accessible, while Axe ensures your app is WCAG compliant. Together, these tools provide a robust testing framework.
Setting Up
Getting started is straightforward. Install the tools from npm, and create a cypress.json file with sensible defaults. Customize your setup by specifying the base path of your application and configuring custom commands. Don’t forget to add scripts to your package.json file to run your tests.
Deciding What to Test
Focus on the main paths of your application, and leave the rest to integration and unit tests. This approach ensures a fast test suite that covers critical functionality.
Writing Tests
Create a new file in your cypress/integration folder, and start writing tests. Use the cy variable to interact with your app, and leverage custom commands like injectAxe and checkA11y. Write tests that cover key scenarios, such as adding a todo item, and verify accessibility at each step.
Automating the Dirty Work
Manual testing is a thing of the past. With Cypress, you can automate tedious tasks and ensure your app works as expected. Bring test-driven development to a new level by creating specifications for your app and letting your tools verify your progress.
Get Confident
Say goodbye to manual verification and hello to automated confidence. With Cypress, you’ll know your app works for users and passes accessibility reviews. Join the revolution and skip the boring manual testing. Resources to get started include Kent C Dodds’ course on TestingJavaScript.com and the official Cypress docs.
Take the First Step
Get set up with LogRocket’s modern error tracking in minutes. Visit https://logrocket.com/signup/ to get an app ID, and install LogRocket via npm or script tag. Start automating your testing today!