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The document is a comprehensive guide on Selenium interview questions, covering various topics related to Selenium testing, including basic and advanced questions for different experience levels. It explains the purpose of Selenium as an automation testing tool, its components, and the advantages of using it, while also addressing common limitations. Additionally, it provides insights into concepts like XPath, object repositories, and testing frameworks like TestNG, along with practical tips for interview preparation.
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The document is a comprehensive guide on Selenium interview questions, covering various topics related to Selenium testing, including basic and advanced questions for different experience levels. It explains the purpose of Selenium as an automation testing tool, its components, and the advantages of using it, while also addressing common limitations. Additionally, it provides insights into concepts like XPath, object repositories, and testing frameworks like TestNG, along with practical tips for interview preparation.
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Frequently Asked Selenium Interview Questions

Selenium is an open-source tool used for automation testing, which allows you to

test web applications across a range of browsers. It was introduced once manual

testing started to pose several challenges, and there was a high demand for a

method that automated the testing process. This Selenium interview questions blog

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Selenium Interview Questions for 6 to 7 Years

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● Snack-Driven Efficiency: To boost the test script, the Selenium tester uses the

magical power of late-night snacks. More pizza and energy drinks consumed
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during coding sessions are better for bug-finding abilities.

● Click, Click, Click Maestros: Selenium testers perform with lightning-fast and

precise mouse-clicking skills. In bug-bashing sessions, we might hear a

rhythmic “click, click, click” symphony, showcasing their prowess in this

unique art form.

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● Code Whispers: Selenium testers claim to have a telepathic connection with

their code. They speak of understanding the emotions and intentions of their

scripts just by staring at the screen, creating a bond that resembles a quirky

friendship rather than a coding task.

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1. What is Selenium testing?


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Selenium testing is a tool used for automating web applications to verify their

functionality. It deals with browsers, clicks buttons, fills forms, and checks if the site

works correctly.
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2. Is Selenium 2.0 different from Selenium 3.0? If so,


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how?

Selenium 3.0 represents an enhanced iteration of Selenium 2.0, introducing

numerous enhancements and novel functionalities. A significant distinction lies in

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the inclusion of the WebDriver API as an integral part of Selenium 3.0, eliminating

the need for separate downloads and installations as required in Selenium 2.0.

Moreover, Selenium 3.0 exhibits various notable modifications, encompassing

enhanced browser compatibility, improved management of browser plugins and

extensions, and fortified security features. Furthermore, this version of Selenium

demonstrates heightened compatibility with contemporary web browser editions

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3. Mention some of the popular tools used for

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● Appium

● TestComplete

● Katalon Studio
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● Ranorex

● HP Unified Functional Testing (UFT)

● Apache JMeter, and many more.

These tools help automate the testing process, improve efficiency, and reduce the

risk of human error.

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4. What is a Locator? How can you find elements in

Selenium?

Selenium uses locators to find and match the elements of a web page that it needs

to interact with. There are different types of Selenium locators to identify various

web elements on a web page:

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● ID
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● Name

● Class

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● XPath

● CSS Selector

● Link Text

5. What are the test types supported by Selenium?

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For testing web-based applications, Selenium can be used.

The test types supported by Selenium are:

● Functional testing: It verifies if each function of a software application

performs in accordance with specific requirements. This testing primarily

involves black-box testing, and it is not concerned with the source code

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● Regression testing: It is nothing but a full or partial selection of the

already executed test cases to be re-executed to ensure whether the

existing functionalities work fine.


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6. What is XPath?

While DOM is the recognized standard way for navigating through an HTML
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element tree, XPath is the navigation tool used to locate a web element based on its

XML path.

XML stands for ‘Extensible Markup Language’ and is used to store, organize, and

transport arbitrary data. It stores data in a key-value pair that is very much similar
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to HTML tags. Both being markup languages and falling under the same umbrella,

XPath can be used to locate HTML elements.


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The fundamental concept behind locating elements using XPath is traversing

between various elements across the entire page and thus enabling a user to find

an element with the reference of another element.

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7. Explain the difference between single slash and

double slash in XPath.

● Single slash (/): Single slash is used to create an XPath with an absolute

path. In this case, the XPath would start selection from the document’s

start node.

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path. In this case, the XPath would start selection from anywhere within

the document.

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8. Why should you use Selenium for test automation?

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● Is a free and open-source tool

● Has a large user base and community support


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● Has cross-browser compatibility (Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer,

Safari, etc.)

● Has great platform compatibility (Windows, Mac OS, Linux, etc.)

● Supports multiple programming languages (Java, C#, Ruby, Python, Perl,

etc.)

● Has fresh and regular repository developments

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● Supports distributed testing

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9. Does Selenium have any technical limitations? If so,

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● Testing of only web applications is possible using Selenium.

● Testing of mobile applications or desktop applications is not possible.

● Captcha and barcode readers cannot be tested using Selenium.


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● A third-party tool like TestNG or JUnit should be used to generate

reports.

● As Selenium is a free tool, there is no ready vendor support through


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which users can find various helping communities.

● Prior programming language knowledge is expected from users.

10. What is an object repository?

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An object repository allows testers to accumulate web elements of the application

under test (AUT), along with their locator values, in one or more centralized

locations as restricted to hard-coding them within the test scripts.

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11. What is Selenium?

Selenium is a popular open-source software that is used to automate web-based

applications. It is a set of multiple software tools, and each tool has a different
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approach to automated testing.

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● Selenium Integrated Development Environment

● Selenium Remote Control

● Selenium WebDriver

● Selenium Grid

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12. What is Selenium WebDriver?

Selenium WebDriver is the most popular component of the Selenium framework. It

is a powerful tool that allows you to automate web browsers. With Selenium

WebDriver, you can write automation scripts in various programming languages

and execute them on different browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and more.

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13. What is the difference between type keys and type

commands?
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TypeKeys() will trigger JavaScript events, while type() won’t. TypesKeys collects

different value attributes using JavaScript. Whereas, the type commands imitate an

actual user typing.


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● Selenium is a purely open-source and portable automation testing tool.

● It supports different languages such as C#, PHP, Java, Perl, Python, JS,

and Groovy.

● It also supports different OS, including Windows, Linux, UNIX, and Mac

OS.

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● It provides powerful methods such as Xpath, DOM, and CSS to locate

elements.

● Since it is an open-source tool, developers can customize the code. Also,

the developer community is supported by Google.

15. Define automation testing, and list down its

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automate the testing process, writing and executing test cases without human
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intervention. It empowers us to develop scripts that can be executed repeatedly

and generate comprehensive test reports for the application.

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● It helps with the performance and functional testing of an application.

● It makes the execution of repeated test cases easy.

● It facilitates the concurrent execution of multiple test cases.


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● It boosts the accuracy and efficiency of the application by cutting down

the chances of human error.

● It efficiently executes tests across an extensive test matrix.

● It saves time and money by reducing the burden of arbitrary tasks.

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16. What are the significant changes/upgrades made to

various Selenium versions?

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RC, and Selenium Grid. There was no WebDriver included in the first version. Later,

Selenium WebDriver was introduced and hence included in Selenium V2. However,

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has not been much in use since. Selenium 3 is in use. There are some newly added

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The following is a list of WebDriver APIs:

● AndroidDriver

● ChromeDriver

● EventFiringWebDriver

● FirefoxDriver

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● HTMLUnitDriver

● InternetExplorerDriver

● iPhoneDriver

● iPhoneSimulatorDriver

● RemoteWebDriver

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18. What is an exception test in Selenium?

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An exception test is a test that looks forward to an exception being thrown inside a

test class. It anticipates the @Test annotation followed by the expected exception

name. For example, @Test(expectedException = NoSuchElementException.class) is


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Note: Keep in mind the syntax, where the exception is suffixed with .class.
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19. What is TestNG in Selenium?

TestNG is a popular testing framework that is widely used in Selenium. It is used to

manage and run test cases in a more efficient and organized manner. TestNG

provides features like grouping, parallel testing, and reporting.

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20. What is POM (Page Object Model)? What are its

advantages?

The page object model is a design pattern used to create object repositories for the

web UI elements. Every web page of an application has a corresponding page class

that is responsible for locating the web elements and performing actions on them.

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Its advantages are as follows:

● It provides support to separate operations and flows on the UI from

verification, hence improving code readability.


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● As the object repository is independent of test cases, multiple tests can

use the same object repository.

● It increases the reusability of the code


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21. What are the different types of annotations used in

Selenium? Explain the JUnit annotation linked to

Selenium.

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In Java, a special form of syntactic metadata can be added to the Java source code,

which is known as ‘annotations’. Variables, parameters, packages, methods, and

classes are annotated. Some of the JUnit annotations are:

● Test

● Before

● After

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● BeforeClass

● AfterClass

● RunWith
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JUnit annotations linked to Selenium are:

● @Test: The @Test annotation finds a method to be a test method. When

used before a test method, it is mentioned as ‘@Test’; it informs the JUnit


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framework that the following method is a test method.

● @Before: @Before annotation serves the purpose of identifying the


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method that should be executed prior to running the test method. Its

intended use is to establish and configure the test environment before

conducting the actual test.

● @After: The “@After” annotation is utilized as a post-execution method

following the execution of the test method. This annotation performs

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teardown operations, such as deleting temporary data, restoring default

values, cleaning up the test environment, and other relevant tasks.

● @BeforeClass: The @BeforeClass method is used only once before the

start of all tests. Basically, this is used to perform cumbersome activities,

like connecting to a database.

● @AfterClass: The @AfterClass method is used only once after executing

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from a database.

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22. Why do testers choose Selenium over QTP?

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● Selenium is an open-source tool, whereas QTP is a profitable tool.

● Selenium is used specifically for testing web-based applications, while


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QTP can be used for testing client–server applications too.

● Selenium supports multiple browsers like Firefox, IE, Opera, Safari, etc.,

and has multiple operating systems compatibility too.

Selenium-supported OS platforms are Windows, Mac, Linux, etc. On the

other hand, QTP is limited to Internet Explorer on Windows.

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● Selenium supports multi-programming language compatibility.

Languages supported by Selenium are Python, Ruby, Perl, etc. But, QTP

supports only VBScript.

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23. What are the four elements that you have to pass in

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Selenium?

Four parameters that need to be passed in Selenium are:


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● Host

● Port number

● Browser

● URL
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24. What is Same-origin Policy? How can we avoid it?

The ‘Same-origin Policy’ is introduced for security reasons.

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● It ensures that the content of our site will never be accessible by a script

from another site.

● As per the policy, any code loaded within the browser can only operate

within that website’s domain.


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To avoid this same-origin policy, the proxy injection method is used. In the proxy

injection mode, Selenium Server tricks the browser to be a real HTTP URL, i.e., it

acts as a client-configured HTTP proxy, which sits between the browser and the
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application under test (AUT) and then masks the AUT under a fictional URL.

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keyword-driven framework?

A data-driven framework in Selenium is an approach to separating a ‘dataset’ from

the actual ‘test case’ (code). This framework is completely dependent on the input

test data. The test data is inserted from external sources, such as an Excel file, a

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CSV file, or any database. It also allows us to easily control how much data needs to

be tested. We can easily increase the number of test parameters by adding more

username and password fields to the Excel file (or other sources).

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A keyword-driven framework is an extension of the data-driven testing framework

in the sense that it not only isolates the test data from the scripts but also keeps

the particular section of the code belonging to the test script in an external data

file. These sets of code are known as keywords, and hence the framework is so
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named. Keywords are self-guiding and work based on what actions need to be

performed on the application.


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26. How will you use Selenium to upload a file?

If the file is on the same machine or on a mapped network drive, it is really

straightforward: We have to just type the ‘path’ of the file in the FileUpload control.

Example:

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27. What is the difference between getwindowhandles()

and getwindowhandle()?
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● getwindowhandles(): It is used to retrieve the addresses of all currently

open browsers. The method returns a Set data type containing the
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addresses.

● getwindowhandle(): It is used to obtain the current browser’s address

and its return type is a string data type.

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Experience

28. What is a Selenium Maven project?

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In a Selenium Maven project, developers use Maven as a build tool and Selenium

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WebDriver to automate browser testing. Maven simplifies the process of managing

dependencies and building Java projects, making it easier to configure Selenium

WebDriver in the project.


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Maven empowers developers to establish a project structure encompassing source

code, test code, and resource files while automating the build process. This

simplifies project maintenance, distribution, and collaboration for Selenium.


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29. What is a WebElement in Selenium, and how is it


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used?

A WebElement is an interface in Selenium used to represent a web element on a

web page. It is used to interact with the element, such as by clicking a button or

entering text into a field.

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30. What is Selenese, and what are the three types of

Selenese?

Selenese is a set of commands in Selenium used for running a test.

Three types of Selenese are as follows:

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● Actions: They are used for performing interactions and operations with

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the target elements.

● Accessors: They are used for storing values in a variable.

● Assertions: They are used as a checkpoint.


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31. If you want to insert a breakpoint in the Selenium

IDE, how can you do that?


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To insert a breakpoint:

● First, select ‘Toggle Breakpoint’ by right-clicking on the command in


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Selenium IDE

● Then, press ‘B’ on the keyboard and select the command

● The same step should be repeated for deselecting a breakpoint

32. How do you handle alerts in Selenium?

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Alerts are pop-up windows that are displayed on a web page. You can handle alerts

in Selenium using the Alert interface. The Alert interface provides methods like

accept(), dismiss(), and getText() to handle alerts.

33. How do you launch the web browser using

WebDriver?

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system’s operating system:


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1 WebDriver driver = new FirefoxDriver();

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1 WebDriver driver = new InternetExplorerDriver();


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1 WebDriver driver = new ChromeDriver();

34. What is the difference between getText() and

getAttribute() in Selenium?

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getText() returns the visible text of a web element, while getAttribute() returns the

value of a specific attribute of the web element.

35. List down some of the technical challenges with

Selenium.

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● Testing a Windows application: Selenium is just a web-based driver. It

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does not support Windows-based apps and only supports web apps.

● Testing mobile apps: With the help of Selenium, we can test web apps on

any OS and browser that run on desktops. But, we cannot test mobile
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apps with Selenium because it does not work with OS such as Android

and iOS. However, there is an alternative for this, i.e., Appium. It is an

open-source automation testing tool that uses the WebDriver protocol to

drive native, hybrid, and iOS and Android, which is built specifically for
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testing mobile apps.

● Limited reporting: It is one of the key challenges. In Selenium, we cannot

generate efficient and accurate reports. Accurate reports help


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developers fix all bugs and errors. We can create reports using TestNG or

ExtentReports.

● Handling dynamic elements: With the surge in the use of web apps, the

management of dynamic elements should be as much efficient as

possible. When a web page loads, the content present on the page

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changes depending on the user, location, and other factors. Most of

today’s web apps are dynamic in nature for better user experience, e.g.,

e-commerce websites. In Selenium automation, the handling of dynamic

web content is a major challenge. However, Selenium provides an

explicit wait feature, where we can set a time interval for the automation

testing process to hold the process for the new content to load. Also,

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another alternative is to utilize the implicit wait feature.

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● Handling page load: Some of the web pages in a web app are

user-specific. They load elements depending on the user. Also, some

elements may be loaded depending on the user’s previous activities.


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During background processes, the Selenium script might not be able to

identify a specific element. To overcome this, we can use explicit waits to

provide sufficient time to load and discover the element.

● Handling pop-up windows: Whenever any simple, prompt, or


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confirmation alert pops up, it is difficult to automate it. Windows-based

OS alerts are beyond Selenium’s capabilities as they are part of the OS

instead of the browser. However, Selenium WebDriver can utilize


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multiple windows, and the web-based alerts can easily be handled with

the help of the switchTo method. It manages the OS-based pop-ups

while keeping the browser running in the background.

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36. What is the difference between setSpeed() and

sleep() methods?

Both setSpeed() and Sleep() in Selenium are used to delay the speed of execution.

● setSpeed: Sets the execution speed with a delay of milliseconds, followed

by the Selenium operation. By default, the delay is 0 milliseconds.

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● sleep: Causes the suspension of execution of the current thread for a

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37. What are the different types of waits available in


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WebDriver?
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There are two types of waits available in WebDriver:

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● Implicit wait: These waits are used to provide a default waiting time (say,

30 seconds) between the consecutive test steps across the entire test

script. Hence, the subsequent test step would only be executed when the

30 seconds are over after executing the previous test step.


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● Explicit wait: These waits are used to halt the execution until a particular

condition is met or the maximum time has elapsed.

Explicit waits are instantiated for a particular instance only, whereas implicit waits
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are not.

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Tutorial for beginners.

38. How do you handle a frame in WebDriver?

An iframe (an acronym for ‘inline frame’) is used to insert another document within

the current HTML document.

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Selecting iframe by ID:

1 driver.switchTo().frame(“ID of the frame“);

Locating iframe using the tagName:

driver.switchTo().frame(driver.findElements(By.tagName(“ifram
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e”).get(0));

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Locating iframe using index:

● frame(index)
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1 driver.switchTo().frame(0);

● frame(“Name of the Frame”)

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● frame(WebElement element)

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1 driver.switchTo().defaultContent();

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39. How do you set the test case priority in TestNG?

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Setting Priority in TestNG:

Test Execution Sequence:

● Method1

● Method2

● Method3

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40. What are the different types of frameworks?

The various categories of frameworks are outlined as follows:


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● Module-based testing framework: This framework divides the entire

application under test (AUT) into a number of logical and isolated

modules. For each module, we create a separate and independent test

script. Thus, when these test scripts are taken together, it builds a larger

test script representing more than one module.

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● Library architecture testing framework: Instead of dividing AUT into test

scripts, with this framework, we segregate the application into functions

or rather common functions that can be used by the other parts of the

application as well. Thus, we create a common library constituting

common functions for AUT. Therefore, these libraries can be called from

the test scripts whenever required.

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● Data-driven testing framework: The data-driven testing framework helps

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us segregate the test script logic and the test data from each other. It lets

us store the test data into an external database. The data is

conventionally stored in ‘key–value’ pairs. Keys can be used to access and


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populate the data within the test scripts.

● Keyword-driven testing framework: The keyword-driven testing

framework is an extension to the data-driven testing framework in the

sense that it not only segregates the test data from the scripts but also
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keeps a certain set of codes belonging to the test script in an external

data file.

● Hybrid testing framework: A hybrid testing framework is a combination


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of more than one of the above-mentioned frameworks. The best thing

about such a setup is that it leverages the benefits of all kinds of

associated frameworks.

● Behavior-driven development framework: The behavior-driven

development framework allows the automation of functional validations

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in an easily readable and understandable format for Business Analysts,

Developers, Testers, etc.

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Experience

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41. Describe the difference between Selenium and QTP.

Feature Selenium Quick Test Professional (QTP)


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Browser It supports almost all popular QTP supports Internet Explorer,

compatibility browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Firefox, and Chrome. It only

Safari, Internet Explorer, supports Windows operating

Opera, etc. system


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Distribution It is distributed as an It is distributed as a licensed

open-source tool and is freely tool and is commercialized


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available

Application It supports the testing of It supports the testing of both

under test web-based applications only web-based and Windows-based

(AUT) applications

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Object Object repository needs to be QTP automatically creates and

repository created as a separate entity in maintains the object repository

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Language It supports multiple It supports only VBScript

support programming languages like

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Java, C#, Ruby, Python, Perl,

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etc.

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support users would not get the vendor’s support if they face
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42. In Selenium, what are breakpoints and start points?


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Breakpoints: Breakpoints are used to stall the execution of the test. The execution

will stop whenever a breakpoint is implemented, and this will help us check

whether the code is working properly or not.

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Start points: Start points are the points from where the execution should begin.

Start points can be used when we want to run the test script from the middle of the

code or after a breakpoint.

43. Mention the need for session handling while working

with Selenium.

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While working with Selenium, we need session handling. This is because, during

test execution, Selenium WebDriver has to interact with the browser all the time to

execute the given commands. It is also possible that, before the current execution
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completes, someone else starts the execution of another script on the same

machine and in the same type of browser. So, to avoid such a situation, we need

session handling.

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44. Mention the types of listeners in TestNG.


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The types of listeners in TestNG are:

1. IAnnotationTransformer

2. IConfigurable

3. IConfigurationListener

4. IExecutionListener

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5. IHookable

6. IInvokedMethodListener

7. IInvokedMethodListener2

8. IMethodInterceptor

9. IReporter

10.ISuiteListener

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45. How can we handle Windows-based popups with

Selenium?
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Selenium only supports web application testing. It does not support the testing of

Windows-based applications or mobile applications. To handle Windows-based

popups, third-party intervention is required. AutoIt and Robot Class are examples
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of third-party tools that we can use alongside Selenium to handle Windows-based

popups.
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46. How can you take screenshots in Selenium?

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Selenium provides a method called getScreenshotAs() that can be used to capture a

screenshot of the current browser window. We can then save the screenshot to a

file or attach it to the test report.

47. For the database testing in Selenium WebDriver,

what API is required?

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For the database testing in Selenium WebDriver, we need the JDBC (Java Database

Connectivity) API. It allows us to execute SQL statements.


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48. How can you identify an object in Selenium?

We can use isElementPresent (string locator) to find an object in Selenium. It takes a

locator as the argument and, if found, returns a Boolean.


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49. How do you implement data-driven testing in


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Selenium?

Data-driven testing allows the same test script to be executed with multiple sets of

data, making it easier to test different scenarios and edge cases. The candidate

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should know how to use external data sources, such as Excel or CSV files, to feed

the test data into the script and how to handle the output results.

50. Mention the use of XPath in Selenium testing.

XPath is used to define web elements on a web page. The major advantage of XPath

is that it helps us identify elements dynamically.

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There are two types of XPath:

● Absolute XPath

● Relative XPath
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51. Can WebDriver test mobile applications?

No, WebDriver is a testing tool used for web-based applications. So, we cannot test
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mobile applications with Selenium WebDriver.

52. Explain how Selenium Grid works.


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Selenium Grid creates a test suite that works by forwarding test cases to the hub,

and from there, the test cases are redirected to Selenium WebDriver. WebDriver

will then execute them in the browser. The test suite allows for running tests in

parallel.

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53. How do you handle synchronization issues in

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Selenium WebDriver?

Synchronization issues can occur when the script moves too quickly, and the web

page is not ready for the next step. To handle synchronization issues in Selenium
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WebDriver, we can use different types of waits like Implicit Wait, Explicit Wait, or

Fluent Wait.

We can also use the Thread.sleep() method to pause the execution of the script for
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a specified amount of time. However, this method should be used sparingly as it

can make the script slower and less efficient.


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54. Explain the difference between driver.close() and

driver.quit() commands in Selenium.

The following is the major difference between both commands:

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● close() command closes the currently active browser window, which is

being used by the user or which is currently accessed by the web driver.

● quit() command closes all the windows opened by the program, unlike

the driver.close () command.

Both commands do not take any value and also do not accept any parameter.

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55. Explain the difference between findElement() and

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findElements() in Selenium.

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● findElement(): It finds one particular element within the current page

using the locating mechanism. It returns the first element located by the

locator.
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● findElements(): It finds all the elements within the current page with the

help of the locating mechanism. Hence, it returns a list of matching web

elements found by the locator.


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56. Mention the types of navigation commands.

The following are the navigation commands provided by Selenium:

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● navigate().back(): It takes the user back to the previous or the last-used

web page, according to the history.

● navigate().forward(): It takes the user to the next web page, according to

the browser history.

● navigate().refresh(): It allows the user to refresh the current web page by

reloading all the web elements.

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● navigate().to(): It takes the user to a new web page in a new window,

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depending on the URL specified.

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57. How do you find broken links in Selenium


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WebDriver?

We can detect whether the given links are broken or not by using the following
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process:

1. First, accumulate all the links present on a web page using the anchor

tag. For each tag, use the attribute ‘href’ value to obtain the hyperlink.

2. Send HTTP requests for each link and verify the HTTP response code

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3. Based on the HTTP response code, determine if the link is valid or

broken. Then, use the driver.get() method to navigate to a URL, which will

respond with a status of 200 – OK (200 – OK indicates that the link is

working). If we get any other status, then it indicates that the link is

broken

4. Repeat the same process for all the links captured

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58. What is the use of the ‘ExpectedConditions’ class in


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Selenium?

The ‘ExpectedConditions’ class in Selenium is a utility class that provides a set of

predefined conditions that can be used to wait for a certain condition to be met
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before proceeding with the next step in a test. These conditions can be used in

conjunction with the ‘WebDriverWait’ class to wait for elements to be visible,


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clickable, or to have a certain text, among other things.

For example, the

‘ExpectedConditions.visibilityOfElementLocated(By.id(“elementId”))’ can be used to

wait for an element with a specific ID to be visible on the page. The ‘WebDriverWait’

class can then be used to wait for this condition to be met before interacting with

the element. This helps to ensure that the element is present and visible before the

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test interacts with it, which can help prevent errors and improve the stability of the

test.

59. Explain the significance of the @FindBy annotation in

POM.

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@FindBy annotation is used to identify web elements in POM. The candidate should

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be able to explain its importance in improving code readability and maintainability.

60. How do you handle multiple windows in Selenium


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WebDriver?

In Selenium WebDriver, you can handle multiple windows by actively switching

between them using the ‘switchTo()’ method of the ‘WebDriver’ interface.


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Here are the steps to handle multiple windows in Selenium WebDriver:

1. To acquire the handle of the current window, one can employ the
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‘getWindowHandle()’ method from the ‘WebDriver’ interface. This method

enables access to the unique identifier of the current window.

2. To obtain all window handles in a formal manner, you can utilize the

‘getWindowHandles()’ method from the ‘WebDriver’ interface. This

method retrieves a set of all currently open window handles.

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3. Iterate through the window handles using a loop and check for the

window handle of the desired window you want to switch to.

4. After identifying the window handle of the desired window, utilize the

‘switchTo()’ method from the ‘WebDriver’ interface by passing the

window handle as an argument. This operation allows for the web driver

to shift its focus to the designated window.

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5. Perform any required actions in the new window.

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6. After completing the tasks in the new window, switch back to the original

window by using the window handle of the original window that you

stored earlier.
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Notably, Selenium WebDriver handles the transition to a new window. Upon

switching to a new window, the WebDriver automatically adjusts the focus, enabling

seamless interaction. Subsequently, when you have completed your tasks in the

new window, you can effortlessly switch back to the original window and seamlessly
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proceed with your testing activities.


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61. How do you handle browser cookies in Selenium

WebDriver?

When performing web automation using Selenium WebDriver, it is essential to

understand how to handle browser cookies effectively. Browser cookies are small

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data stored by websites on a user’s browser, used for various purposes like session

management, personalization, and tracking.

● Getting Cookies: To retrieve cookies from the browser using Selenium

WebDriver, we can use the get_cookies() method. This method returns a

set of dictionaries, each representing a cookie. Each cookie dictionary

typically contains attributes such as name, value, domain, path, expiry,

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and secure flag.

● Adding Cookies: To add cookies in Selenium WebDriver, we utilize the

add_cookie() method. This method takes a dictionary containing the

cookie attributes as its parameter. The most crucial attributes are the
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name and value, which must be provided. Other attributes like domain,

path, expiry, and secure flag can also be set if required.

● Deleting Cookies: To remove cookies using Selenium WebDriver, we can

use the delete_cookie() method, it takes the cookie’s name as a


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parameter.

● Managing Individual Cookies: Selenium WebDriver allows us to


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manipulate cookies individually. We can access a specific cookie using its

name and modify its attributes using the get_cookie() and add_cookie()

methods, respectively.

● Working with Expiry: Cookies often have an expiry time. Selenium

WebDriver enables us to handle this by setting a cookie’s expiry time

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using the expiry attribute in the cookie dictionary. We can provide an

expiry value in Unix timestamp format to set the desired expiration.

Handling browser cookies in Selenium WebDriver is crucial for scenarios like

logging in as a specific user, maintaining a session state, or performing tests that

rely on cookie-based functionalities. Utilizing the methods and techniques

mentioned above, you can effectively manage and manipulate cookies during your

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web automation tasks with Selenium WebDriver, ensuring accurate and reliable test

execution.

62. How can you perform mouse hover actions in


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Selenium?

To perform a mouse hover action in Selenium, we can use the Actions class. We

first need to create an object of the Actions class and then use the
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moveToElement() method to move the mouse to the element we want to hover

over. We can then perform the required action on the element using click() or other
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similar methods.

63. What is Cucumber?

Cucumber is a BDD testing tool that enables developers to write test cases in a

natural language format that can be understood by non-technical stakeholders. It

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supports multiple programming languages, including Java, Ruby, and Python, and

can be integrated with various testing frameworks, including Selenium WebDriver.

It allows developers to write executable specifications in a readable format and

automate the testing process. It enables developers to collaborate and

communicate effectively with the team, including product owners, developers, and

testers.

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64. How do you perform Cross browser testing using

Selenium?
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Cross browser testing is a critical aspect of software testing that ensures the

compatibility and functionality of a web application across different web browsers.

Selenium, a popular open-source automation testing framework, provides a

comprehensive solution for performing cross browser testing efficiently and


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effectively.

This process involves creating and executing test scripts using Selenium WebDriver
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to verify the consistency of the application’s behavior across multiple browsers.

To perform cross browser testing using Selenium, the following steps can be

followed:

● Test Environment Setup: Start by setting up the necessary testing

environment, including installing the required browsers (e.g., Chrome,

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Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer) and the corresponding browser drivers

(e.g., ChromeDriver, GeckoDriver).

● Choose the Browsers: Determine the target browsers based on the

application’s target audience and market share. Consider both popular

browsers and any specific browsers relevant to your user base.

● Create Test Scripts: Develop test scripts using Selenium WebDriver and

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the programming language of your choice (e.g., Java, Python, C#). The

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test scripts should encompass a wide range of test cases, covering

various features and functionalities of the application.

● Implement Cross Browser Testing: Within the test scripts, configure the
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desired browser capabilities and instantiate the WebDriver accordingly.

This allows you to run the same tests across different browsers

seamlessly.

● Execute the Test Scripts: Run the test scripts on each targeted browser
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individually, using the appropriate browser driver. Selenium WebDriver

will launch the browsers, navigate to the application, and execute the

defined test cases.


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● Validate Results: Compare the expected results with the actual results

obtained from each browser. Identify any inconsistencies, discrepancies,

or browser-specific issues and address them accordingly.

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● Reporting and Analysis: Generate detailed test reports and analyze the

results. This includes documenting any discrepancies or failures

encountered during cross browser testing.

By performing cross browser testing using Selenium, you can identify and resolve

any browser-specific issues, ensuring consistent functionality and a seamless user

experience across different browsers. It is essential to regularly update the browser

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versions and drivers to stay compatible with the latest updates and changes in the

browser landscape.

65. Can you explain how to run Selenium tests in


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parallel?

Running Selenium tests in parallel can improve the test execution time and reduce

the overall test suite duration. The candidate should know how to set up a
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Selenium grid or use a cloud-based testing service to run tests in parallel on

multiple machines or browsers.


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66. Can you explain how you would perform

drag-and-drop operations in Selenium WebDriver?

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Performing drag-and-drop operations in Selenium WebDriver can be done using

the ‘Actions’ class. The ‘Actions’ class provides several methods for simulating

mouse and keyboard actions, including drag-and-drop.

Here are the steps to perform drag-and-drop operations in Selenium WebDriver:

First, you need to instantiate an instance of the ‘Actions’ class by passing in the

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‘WebDriver’ instance as a parameter.

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Next, you need to locate the source and target elements on the page. These are the

elements that you want to drag and drop.

Once you have located the source and target elements, you can use the ‘drag and
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drop (WebElement source, WebElement target)’ method of the ‘Actions’ class to

simulate a drag-and-drop operation.

You can use the ‘build()’ method and ‘perform()’ method of the ‘Actions’ class to
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build the drag-and-drop action, and then perform it on the elements.

Here’s an example of how you would perform a drag-and-drop operation using


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Selenium WebDriver:

1 WebElement sourceElement =
driver.findElement(By.id("source"));
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WebElement targetElement =
3 driver.findElement(By.id("target"));

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4 Actions actions = new Actions(driver);

actions.dragAndDrop(sourceElement,
targetElement).build().perform();

67. How do you handle dynamic web elements in

Selenium?

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Dynamic web elements are those elements that change continuously on a web

page. You can handle dynamic web elements using various methods such as:

● Using regular expressions in locators


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● Using XPath functions like contains, starts-with, ends-with

● Using CSS selectors

68. Can you explain how you would automate the login
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functionality of a web application using Selenium

WebDriver?
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To automate the login functionality of a web application using Selenium WebDriver,

we first need to identify the username and password fields on the login page using

locators such as ID, name, or CSS selector.

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Once we have located the elements, we can use the sendKeys() method to enter the

username and password into the respective fields. We can then use the click()

method to click the login button to submit the login form.

69. How do you handle dynamic dropdowns in Selenium

WebDriver?

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Dynamic dropdowns are those where the options change based on the selection

made in another dropdown. To handle dynamic dropdowns in Selenium WebDriver,

we first need to locate the parent dropdown and select an option from it. Then, we
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need to wait for the child dropdown to populate with new options before locating

and selecting an option from it.

70. Can you explain how you would automate the testing
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of a file upload functionality using Selenium WebDriver?

In order to automate the testing of file upload functionality with Selenium


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WebDriver, the initial step involves locating the file upload button on the web page

using locators such as ID, name, or CSS selector.

Once the upload button is successfully located, the sendKeys() method can be

utilized to input the file path of the desired file that needs to be uploaded.

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Alternatively, the AutoIT tool can be employed to handle the file upload dialog box,

as Selenium WebDriver lacks the inherent capability to interact with it.

71. Can you explain how you would automate the testing

of a responsive web application using Selenium

WebDriver?

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The browser window resize function may be used to enlarge the browser window

to various sizes in order to evaluate how the program works on various screen sizes

during automated testing of a responsive web application using Selenium


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WebDriver. The browser development tools may also be used to simulate other

devices and evaluate how the application operates on them.

72. Can you explain how you would automate the testing
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of a pop-up window using Selenium WebDriver?


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Finding the element that causes the pop-up window using locators like ID, name, or

CSS selector is the first step in automating the testing of a pop-up window using

Selenium WebDriver.

After that, the pop-up window may be opened by using the click() function. Using

WebDriver’s switchTo() function, we can switch to the pop-up window and take the

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appropriate steps there. The same procedure may then be used to return to the

main window.

73. How would you automate a web application that

uses a CAPTCHA to prevent automated access?

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CAPTCHA is a popular security mechanism that requires users to prove that they

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are humans.

● Use a CAPTCHA-solving service: There are many third-party services that

offer CAPTCHA-solving solutions. These services use machine learning


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algorithms and human workers to solve CAPTCHAs. You can integrate

these services into your automation script and use them to automatically

solve the CAPTCHA.

● Train a machine learning model: You can use machine learning to train a
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model to recognize and solve CAPTCHAs. This requires a large dataset of

CAPTCHA images and corresponding solutions, as well as expertise in


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machine learning algorithms. However, once the model is trained, it can

be used to automatically solve CAPTCHAs.

● Use OCR technology: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology can

be used to automatically read and recognize the characters in a

CAPTCHA image. This requires a high-quality image and accurate OCR

software, but it can be a viable solution for some CAPTCHA types.

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● Use human input: In some cases, it may be more efficient to use human

input to solve CAPTCHAs. You can hire human workers or use

crowdsourcing platforms to solve CAPTCHAs as part of your automation

process.

74. How would you test a web application that uses a

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single-page application (SPA) framework like Angular or

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React?

To ensure the proper functioning, user-friendliness, and optimal experience of a


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web application developed using a single-page application (SPA) framework like

Angular or React, a comprehensive testing approach is essential. The following

explanation outlines the detailed methodology for testing a web application built

with a SPA framework:


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● Understand the SPA Architecture: Familiarize yourself with the

underlying architecture and concepts of the SPA framework, such as


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Angular or React. Gain knowledge about components, routing, state

management, and asynchronous data handling.

● Identify Test Scenarios: Analyze the application’s functionality and

identify key test scenarios. This includes testing navigation, form

submissions, data fetching, dynamic rendering, and user interactions.

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● Unit Testing: Begin with unit testing to test individual components,

services, and utilities. Utilize testing frameworks specific to the SPA

framework, such as Jasmine or Jest, to write and execute unit tests. Focus

on testing component rendering, event handling, and data manipulation.

● Integration Testing: Perform integration testing to ensure the correct

collaboration between components, services, and modules within the

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application. Test interactions between components, API integrations, and

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third-party library integrations. Utilize testing frameworks like Karma or

Enzyme to execute integration tests.

● End-to-End Testing: Conduct end-to-end (E2E) testing to simulate user


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interactions and test the entire application flow. Use tools like Selenium

WebDriver or Cypress to write automated E2E tests. Test navigation,

form submissions, user authentication, and other critical user flows.

● Accessibility Testing: Ensure the web application adheres to accessibility


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guidelines by performing accessibility testing. Verify that the application

is accessible to users with disabilities and meets WCAG (Web Content

Accessibility Guidelines) standards. Use tools like Axe or Lighthouse for


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automated accessibility testing.

● Compatibility Testing: Test the application across different browsers,

devices, and operating systems. Verify that the SPA functions correctly

and appears consistent across popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox,

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Safari, and Edge. Use browser testing tools or cloud-based testing

platforms to perform cross-browser and cross-device testing.

● Security Testing: Assess the application for potential security

vulnerabilities. Conduct security testing, including penetration testing, to

identify and mitigate security risks. Validate inputs, test against common

vulnerabilities, and ensure secure communication.

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● Continuous Testing and Automation: Establish a resilient test automation

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framework to enable continuous testing practices. Automate repetitive

tests, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end (E2E) tests.

Seamlessly integrate testing into the Continuous Integration/Continuous


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Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline to facilitate faster feedback loops and

ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality software.

75. How would you test a web application that uses


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WebSocket or real-time communication?

Real-time communication and WebSocket are both becoming more and more
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common in online applications and testing them calls for a new strategy. You may

monitor and examine the WebSocket traffic using tools like Fiddler or Wireshark to

evaluate a web application that makes use of WebSockets or real-time

communication.

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You can also use testing frameworks like JMeter or Gatling to simulate high volumes

of WebSocket traffic and test the application’s performance under load.

Additionally, manual testing can be done by emulating different scenarios and

ensuring that the WebSocket connection is established and maintained properly.

Testing the application’s error-handling capabilities and security measures is also

important in ensuring the reliability and security of real-time communication.

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76. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application requires user authentication before


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accessing certain pages?

User authentication is a common requirement in web applications, and testing it

requires a different approach. To handle a scenario where a web application


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requires user authentication before accessing certain pages, the application can

implement a login system that verifies user credentials and grants access to

authorized users.
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This can involve using secure authentication methods like password hashing and

using cookies or tokens to maintain user sessions. Testing should ensure that only

authenticated users can access restricted pages and that access controls are

properly implemented.

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Additionally, testing should cover scenarios such as session timeouts, session

hijacking, and other security risks associated with user authentication.

77. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application uses third-party APIs or services?

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Web applications often use third-party APIs or services, and testing them requires a

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different approach. A hybrid framework in Selenium combines both keyword-driven

and data-driven approaches to test automation.

To implement it, you need to define a set of keywords that represent the actions
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and assertions you want to perform on the application. Then, you create test scripts

that use these keywords to interact with the application and verify its behavior.

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application has dynamic URLs?


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Dynamic URLs can be challenging to test, as they change frequently. When dealing

with a web application that has dynamic URLs, it is important to implement a

consistent and logical URL structure that is easy for both users and search engines

to understand.

This can be achieved by using descriptive keywords in the URL and implementing

URL rewriting techniques to ensure that the URLs remain clean and user-friendly.

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Additionally, using canonical tags and setting up proper redirects can help avoid

issues with duplicate content and broken links.

79. What is BDD (Behavior Driven Development)?

Behavior Driven Development (BDD) is an Agile software development approach

that focuses on defining the behavior of a software application in a way that is

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understandable by all stakeholders, including developers, testers, and business

analysts.

It is based on the principles of Test Driven Development (TDD), but it emphasizes


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collaboration and communication between team members. It uses natural

language descriptions of features, scenarios, and acceptance criteria to define the

expected behavior of the software.


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80. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application uses complex data structures like trees or


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graphs?

When working on web applications that rely on complex data structures like trees

or graphs, it’s essential to grasp their fundamental data model fully and how it

impacts application functionality. To reach optimal performance levels, efficient

algorithms, and data structures for manipulating or traversing these structures

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must also be utilized in addition to rigorous testing procedures that protect data

integrity while mitigating potential memory allocation or resource issues.

81. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application uses a lot of AJAX calls to update its UI?

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terms of automation. When using third-party APIs or services, it is imperative to test

whether the application can effectively communicate with them while handling

errors that arise – network outages, rate limiting and invalid responses should all
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be covered when testing these external services.

Additionally, an application must manage authentication and authorization to

securely access external services. Error handling and logging should help diagnose

issues with third-party APIs or services; while regular testing will help to ensure that
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its operation continues as designed should changes be made to those external APIs

or services.
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82. How would you optimize your Selenium scripts for

speed and performance?

Optimizing Selenium scripts for speed and performance is key to decreasing

execution time. There are various steps you can take to do so; one approach might

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be reducing page refreshes/waits in favor of conditional waits that trigger by

specific page elements.

Headless browsers or cloud-based services can also help reduce test runtime by

simultaneously running tests in parallel, shortening overall run times. Another

technique to reduce data transfer between browser and server by employing

efficient selectors and eliminating unnecessary requests can help limit data

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transfers between browser and server; additionally, optimizing test environments

to reduce unnecessary logging can boost Selenium script performance as well.

83. How would you handle a scenario where a web


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application has multiple languages and requires

localization testing?
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Localization testing is essential when your web app serves users from multiple

languages. To effectively conduct localization testing for multiple-lingual web apps,

several steps should be taken.


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First and foremost, an application should support localization with language packs

or resource files which can be tested to ensure accurate and consistent translations

across languages. Furthermore, its user interface and layout should also be

rigorously scrutinized against various character sets and formats of different

languages to ensure compatibility.

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Furthermore, testing should cover scenarios like date/time formats, currency

symbols, and regional variations.

84. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application uses browser-specific features like ActiveX

or Java applets?

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Browser-specific features can create compatibility issues while automating web

applications. To handle a scenario where a web application uses browser-specific

features like ActiveX or Java applets, it is important to ensure that the application
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can properly communicate with the browser and handle any compatibility issues

that may arise.

Testing should cover scenarios like browser versions, operating systems, and
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browser security settings that may impact the use of these features. Additionally,

ensuring that alternative solutions are available for users who cannot use these

features can help maintain accessibility and functionality for all users.
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85. How would you handle a scenario where a web

application uses security mechanisms like SSL or OAuth?

Security mechanisms like SSL and OAuth are crucial in web applications. To handle

a scenario where a web application uses security mechanisms like SSL or OAuth, it

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is important to ensure that the application properly implements these mechanisms

and handles any security-related issues that may arise.

Testing should cover scenarios like secure communication over HTTPS, token-based

authentication using OAuth, and ensuring that user credentials are properly

encrypted and stored.

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86. How would you handle a scenario where a web

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application uses third-party plugins like Adobe Flash or

Microsoft Silverlight?
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Third-party plugins can create compatibility issues while automating web

applications. To handle a scenario where a web application uses third-party plugins

like Adobe Flash or Microsoft Silverlight, it is important to ensure that the


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application can properly communicate with the plugins and handle any

compatibility issues that may arise. Testing should cover scenarios like browser

versions, operating systems, and plugin security settings that may impact the use of
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these plugins.

87. How do you ensure the stability and reliability of

your Selenium tests?

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Selenium tests are susceptible to fragility and potential failure caused by factors

like varying browser versions, network disruptions, or modifications in the

application being tested. To guarantee the steadfastness and dependability of

Selenium tests, it is essential to employ resilient and sustainable test code capable

of accommodating dynamic changes in the application. This encompasses utilizing

efficient selectors, modularizing the test code, and minimizing the reliance on

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hardcoded values. By adhering to these practices, the stability and reliability of

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Selenium tests can be enhanced, ensuring smoother test execution even in the face

of evolving conditions or alterations in the application under examination.


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88. Can you explain how Selenium works under the

hood?

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intricate interactions between Selenium and web browsers, along with the

mechanisms involved in executing commands and retrieving outcomes using the

WebDriver API.
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Selenium is a comprehensive suite of tools utilized for automating web browsers.

Among these tools, Selenium WebDriver stands out as the most widely employed

solution. It establishes communication with the browser through a set of

commands and interfaces, thereby emulating user interactions with the web

application.

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These commands are dispatched to a browser-specific driver, which interprets

them into actions that are specific to the particular browser. Selenium WebDriver

also encompasses a diverse range of APIs that facilitate interaction with various

elements on a web page. These APIs enable tasks such as element discovery,

clicking on elements, and entering text into form fields.

In addition to functional and regression testing automation, Selenium can be

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effectively utilized for a myriad of web automation tasks. Possessing expertise in

these aspects equips a Selenium developer with the necessary skills to leverage the

full potential of Selenium and deliver robust and efficient test automation solutions.
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89. How do you implement a Hybrid Framework in

Selenium?

A Hybrid Framework is a combination of different design patterns and approaches,


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such as Data-Driven, Keyword-Driven, or Behavior-Driven Testing, to improve the

modularity, reusability, and maintainability of Selenium tests.


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To implement a Hybrid Framework in Selenium, you would first identify the

different types of tests required, such as functional, regression, or performance

testing.

Then, you would create modular test scripts using a combination of data-driven and

keyword-driven approaches.

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These scripts can be managed through a test management tool and executed using

a test runner. Additionally, implementing a reporting mechanism can provide

valuable insights into the test results and aid in debugging and analysis.

90. How do you handle security testing in Selenium?

Security testing involves testing the web application’s vulnerabilities and threats,

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such as XSS, CSRF, or SQL injection, to ensure that it meets the security standards

and regulations.

When handling security testing in Selenium, it is important to test for vulnerabilities


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such as cross-site scripting (XSS), injection attacks, and broken authentication and

session management. ]

This can be achieved by using security testing tools such as OWASP ZAP or Burp

Suite in conjunction with Selenium. Additionally, implementing secure coding


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practices and ensuring that all inputs and outputs are properly validated can help

prevent potential security breaches.


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91. How do you integrate Selenium with other testing

tools, such as Jenkins or TestNG?

Selenium can be integrated with other testing tools and frameworks to improve the

automation workflow and generate useful reports and metrics. Integrating

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Selenium with other testing tools such as Jenkins or TestNG involves configuring the

testing tools to work with Selenium.

This can be achieved by adding Selenium libraries to the project and setting up test

configurations to run Selenium tests. Additionally, integrating with a continuous

integration tool like Jenkins allows for automated testing and reporting, while

TestNG provides advanced testing features such as grouping and parallel

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execution.

92. How do you implement performance testing in

Selenium?
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Performance testing involves measuring the web application’s response time,

throughput, and scalability under different loads and stress levels. To implement

performance testing in Selenium, you would use load testing tools such as JMeter
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or LoadRunner to simulate heavy user traffic and measure the performance of the

web application.
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Selenium scripts can be integrated with these tools to simulate real user behavior

and generate load on the application. Additionally, using performance profiling

tools can help identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization in the application

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93. Is it common to implement AI and ML techniques in

Selenium? Give one example to explain why.

AI and Machine Learning techniques can improve the efficiency, accuracy, and

reliability of Selenium tests, such as using Natural Language Processing or

Computer Vision to automate test cases and generate useful insights. It is not

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common to implement AI and Machine Learning techniques in Selenium, as it is

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primarily a testing tool.

However, some AI and ML techniques can be used in conjunction with Selenium to

enhance the testing process. For example, image recognition can be used to
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identify UI elements, and natural language processing can be used to generate test

cases from user stories.

94. Can you explain how to handle and automate


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complex web elements, such as iframes, pop-ups, or

drag-and-drop elements?
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To handle and automate complex web elements such as iframes, pop-ups, or

drag-and-drop elements in Selenium, first identify the element using appropriate

locators such as ID or XPath.

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For iframes, switch to the frame using the driver’s switchTo() method. For pop-ups,

use the Alert class to handle the pop-up window. For drag-and-drop elements,

make use of the Actions class to perform drag-and-drop operations.

95. What is a DesiredCapabilities class in Selenium?

The DesiredCapabilities class is a part of the Selenium WebDriver API and is used to

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configure the capabilities of a WebDriver instance. It is essentially a set of key-value

pairs that specify the various properties of the browser or device that the

WebDriver will use to run the tests.


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Some examples of the properties that can be set using DesiredCapabilities include;

browser type, version, platform, proxy settings, and browser language.

It is particularly useful for cross-browser testing, where you may need to run the

same tests on different browsers or platforms. By setting the capabilities using this
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class, you can ensure that the WebDriver will use the correct settings for each

browser/platform, and your tests will run consistently across all environments.
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96. What is a WebDriverEventListener in Selenium and

how is it used?

A WebDriverEventListener is an interface in Selenium that allows you to listen to

various events that occur during the execution of your tests. Some examples of

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events that can be listened to include beforeNavigateTo, afterNavigateTo,

beforeClickOn, afterClickOn, beforeFindBy, and afterFindBy.

By implementing the WebDriverEventListener interface and defining methods for

each of these events, you can perform custom actions or log during your tests.

97. What is Gherkin?

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Gherkin is a simple, natural language syntax used to describe the behavior of a

software application in a way that is understandable by non-technical stakeholders.

It is used in conjunction with Cucumber to define the acceptance criteria and


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scenarios for a software feature.

It uses keywords, such as Given, When, and Then, to describe the steps of a

scenario in a clear and concise manner. Gherkin allows developers to write

executable specifications that can be easily understood and reviewed by the team.
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Answers

98. Write a Selenium WebDriver code to open a browser,

navigate to a website, and print the page title in Java.

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1 WebDriver driver = new ChromeDriver();

2 driver.get("https://www.intellipaat.com");

3 String pageTitle = driver.getTitle();

4 System.out.println("Page Title: " + pageTitle);

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5 driver.quit();

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99. Implement a function in Selenium WebDriver to find

the total number of links on a webpage in Python.


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1 WebDriver driver = new ChromeDriver();

2 driver.get("https://www.intellipaat.com");
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3 Alert alert = driver.switchTo().alert();

4 String alertText = alert.getText();


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5 System.out.println("Alert Text: " + alertText);

6 alert.accept();

7 driver.quit();

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100. Write a Selenium script to perform a login operation

using CSS selectors in Java.

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driver.get("https://www.intellipaat.com");

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driver.findElement(By.cssSelector("input#username")).sendKeys

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("your_username");
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driver.findElement(By.cssSelector("input#password")).sendKeys
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("your_password");
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driver.findElement(By.cssSelector("button#loginButton")).clic
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driver.quit();
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101. Implement a Selenium WebDriver script to capture

a screenshot of a webpage in Python.


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1 from selenium import webdriver

2 driver = webdriver.Chrome()

3 driver.get("https://www.intellipaat.com")

4 # Take a screenshot and save it as "screenshot.png"

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5 driver.save_screenshot("screenshot.png")

6 driver.quit()

102. Create a Selenium script in Java to handle an alert

on a webpage.

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1 WebDriver driver = new ChromeDriver();

2 driver.get("https://www.intellipaat.com");
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3 Alert alert = driver.switchTo().alert();

4 String alertText = alert.getText();

5 System.out.println("Alert Text: " + alertText);


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6 alert.accept();

7 driver.quit();
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Selenium MCQ Interview Questions

103. Which year was selenium created?

a. 2004

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b. 2005

c. 2006

d. 2001

2004

104. Who was the creator of selenium?

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a. Dan Cuellar

b. Jason Huggins

c. Rossmanith Gmbh
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105. Which of the following browsers supports selenium?


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a. Google Chrome

b. Safari

c. Mozilla Firefox
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d. Internet Explorer

e. All of the above

All of the above

106. What do you mean by open-source software?

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a. Open-source software is software that circulated across the world with

its source code which also means it is available for use, and modification.

b. Open-source software is software that is easy to use and where the code

is stored in a public repository also it comes with a distributed license.

c. All of the aboveAll of the above

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107. Which of the following is not the alternative to

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selenium?

a. Cucumber
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b. Cypress

c. Puppeteer

d. Mocha

Mocha
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108. How do you handle dynamic elements in Selenium,

especially when traditional locators don't work?

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To handle the dynamic element in selenium especially when traditional locators fail,

follow these approach:

Dynamic XPath or CSS Selectors:

● Analyze the dynamic element, identifying consistent attributes or

patterns.

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● Employ XPath or CSS selectors with functions like contains(), starts-with(),

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or ends-with() to encompass dynamic elements.

Explicit Waits:

● Implement explicit waits to dynamically pause execution until the


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element stabilizes.

● Use conditions such as visibilityOf(), elementToBeClickable(), or

presenceOfElementLocated() for precise timing.


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Retry Mechanism:

● Establish a retry mechanism by catching exceptions and making multiple


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attempts to locate the element.

● This adaptive approach accommodates scenarios where dynamic

changes may momentarily hinder identification.

JavaScriptExecutor:

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● Harness JavaScriptExecutor to execute JavaScript code for direct

interaction with dynamic elements.

● This technique proves beneficial when conventional WebDriver methods

encounter challenges posed by dynamic alterations.

Wait for Page to Stabilize:

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● Confirm the full loading and stabilization of the page before initiating

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interactions with dynamic elements.

● Implement waits for complete page loads or AJAX requests to settle,

ensuring a stable environment for automation.


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109. What is the purpose of the WebDriverWait class,

and how do you use it effectively?


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The `WebDriverWait` class in Selenium plays a vital role in handling dynamic

elements by enabling explicit waiting. This is crucial for effective synchronization

during test automation. To use it optimally, create an instance with a specified


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timeout and polling interval. Define the expected conditions, such as visibility or

clickability, and apply the wait using the `until` method. This approach enhances

script reliability by synchronizing with dynamic web page behavior, ensuring a

smooth and accurate execution.

Example:

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WebDriverWait wait = new WebDriverWait(driver, 10);


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WebElement element =
2 wait.until(ExpectedConditions.visibilityOfElementLocated(By.id
("exampleId")));

110. How would you handle a situation where a web

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page contains multiple frames, and you need to interact

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with an element within a specific frame?

When dealing with multiple frames in Selenium, efficiently handle them by


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identifying the target frame using index, name, or WebElement. Utilize

`switchTo().frame()` to navigate, perform actions within the frame, and then return

to the default content using `switchTo().defaultContent()`. This ensures precise

interaction, enhancing test reliability and effectiveness.


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Selenium Scenario-Based Interview Questions


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111. You are testing an e-commerce website, and during

checkout, the 'Place Order' button is not responding

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consistently. How would you approach debugging and

resolving this issue using Selenium?

There are several approach for debugging and resolving the issue using Selenium

are:

1. Optimize Element Identification: Ensure ‘Place Order’ button has a

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unique and SEO-friendly identifier, such as a relevant ID or class.

2. Efficient Waiting: Implement precise waits with WebDriverWait to

enhance user experience and optimize loading times.

3. Robust Error Handling: Incorporate try-catch blocks with clear error


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messages for better SEO diagnostics.

4. Detailed Logging for Analysis: Use detailed logging statements to aid

developers in analyzing and improving the checkout process.

5. SEO-friendly Naming: Name identifiers and variables descriptively,


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enhancing code readability and SEO friendliness.

6. Browser DevTools Insights: Leverage browser developer tools for a


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thorough analysis of the button element, ensuring a seamless user

experience.

7. Stay Updated with Latest Technologies: Regularly update Selenium and

browser drivers to align with the latest SEO-friendly practices and ensure

compatibility.

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8. Prioritize User Focus: Confirm browser window focus for improved user

interactions and SEO performance.

112. The application you are testing involves uploading

files. Explain how you would automate the testing of file

uploads using Selenium WebDriver.

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We can automate the testing of file uploads using Selenium WebDriver by these

mentions approach:

1. Optimize File Input Element Identification: Choose SEO-friendly locators


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(like ID, XPath, or CSS) for the file input element.

2. Streamlined Interaction with `send_keys()`: Utilize `send_keys()` method

for a seamless and SEO-friendly simulation of file selection, providing the


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file path.

3. Efficient Wait Strategies for Upload Completion: Implement explicit waits

to optimize user experience and ensure timely file upload completion.


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4. SEO-friendly Verification of Upload Success: Verify upload success using

SEO-friendly messages or elements indicating a successful upload.

5. Graceful Handling of Popups (if any): Ensure a smooth transition by

gracefully switching to and handling confirmation popups, if presented.

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6. Detailed Logging and SEO-friendly Reporting: Incorporate detailed

logging statements for transparent progress tracking and integrate with

SEO-friendly reporting tools for comprehensive logs.

113. While running your Selenium tests, you encounter

intermittent failures due to dynamic elements. Describe

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strategies to handle dynamic elements effectively and

maintain test stability.

Strategies to handle dynamic elements effectively and maintain test stability are:
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1. Strategic Element Waits: Implement SEO-friendly explicit waits using

WebDriverWait to ensure stability when dealing with dynamic elements.

2. Dynamic XPath/CSS Selectors: Use SEO-friendly dynamic XPath or CSS


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selectors, focusing on relative paths to enhance test resilience against

dynamic content.

3. Stable Parent Elements: Identify SEO-friendly stable parent elements and


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locate dynamic elements relative to them for increased resilience.

4. Retry Mechanism for Robustness: Enhance test robustness with an

SEO-friendly retry mechanism, intelligently rerunning steps in case of

intermittent dynamic element issues.

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5. Smart Waiting Strategies: Implement SEO-friendly smart waiting

strategies, considering combinations of elements, to ensure tests are

adaptive to dynamic changes.

6. Page Object Model (POM): Leverage the SEO-friendly Page Object Model

for structured organization of locators and methods, promoting

readability and maintainability.

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7. Dynamic Locator Updates: Dynamically update SEO-friendly locators

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during runtime to adapt to evolving application changes.

8. Capture SEO-friendly Screenshots and Logs: Capture SEO-friendly

screenshots and detailed logs during failures to facilitate debugging and


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SEO-friendly issue resolution.

9. Regular SEO-friendly Maintenance: Regularly review and update test

scripts with SEO-friendly practices to accommodate application changes,

ensuring ongoing effectiveness against dynamic elements.


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Selenium Tester Salary Trends


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Job Role Average Salary in India Average Salary in the USA

Selenium Tester Minimum – ₹3.4 LPA Minimum – $88,725

(0-9 years of experience) Average – ₹6.8 LPA Average – $100,000

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Highest – ₹14 LPA Highest – $121,500

Selenium Testing Job Trends

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics US, the employment of Selenium

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Testers is projected to grow by 25% by 2032.

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● Global Demand: With more than 7,000 open jobs on LinkedIn in the

United States and more than 5,000 open jobs on LinkedIn in India, the

demand for Selenium Testers is increasing.


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● Growth Projections: The growth suggested by the Bureau of Labor

Statistics of 25% in the field of Selenium Tester, might surpass all other

occupations growth by 8%.


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Selenium Tester Roles and Responsibilities


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Job Role Description

Test Automation Develop and implement automated test scripts using

Engineer Selenium. Execute automated test suites and analyze the

result.

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Quality Assurance Design and execute manual test cases. Report and tackle the

(QA) Engineer defects using a big tracking system.

Test Oversee the entire testing process and ensure that it aligns

Lead/Manager with the project. Develop and implement test plans and

strategies. Assign tasks to the testing team.

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Automation Design and implement the overall test automation

Architect framework. Evaluate and select appropriate tools and

technologies for testing.


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Test Analyst Analyze requirements, identify test scenarios, create and

execute manual test cases.

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Role: Senior Quality Engineer Level 1- Automation Testing Selenium

Responsibilities
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1. Maintain software quality through an automated QE strategy.

2. Collaborate with the project and business to develop detailed

automated scripts.

3. Ability to handle a team of 2-5 people.

4. Skill to enforce defects or other processes in the team.

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5. Ability to handle low and medium complexity applications and

have used at least one of the estimation techniques.

Skill Required:

1. Experience with QE for distributed and highly scalable

systems.

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2. Good understanding of OOPS concepts and strong

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programming skills in Java, Groovy, or JavaScript.

3. Familiarity with the process of test automation tool selection

and test approach.


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4. Experience in designing and developing automation

frameworks and the creation of scripts using best industry

practices, such as the Page object model.

5. Understanding of all the aspects of Quality Engineering.


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6. Understanding of SOAP and REST principles.

7. Experience in creating test pipeline CI/CD.


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Conclusion :

I hope this set of Selenium Tester Interview Questions will help you prepare for

your interviews. Best of luck!

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