Testing Web APIs (Paperback)
19 ratings by Goodreads
Language: English
Published by Manning Publications, New York, 2022
- Softcover
- New
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.Grand Eagle Retail
5-star seller
AbeBooks seller since October 12, 2005
Softcover
Condition: New
US$ 68.15
Free Shipping
Ships within U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
Paperback. Guarantee the quality and consistency of your web APIs by implementing an automated testing process. In Testing Web APIs you will: Design and implement a web API testing strategySet up a test automation suiteLearn contract testing with PactFacilitate collaborative discussions to test web API designsPerform exploratory testsExperiment safely in a downloadable API sandbox environment Testing Web APIs teaches you to plan and implement the perfect testing strategy for your web APIs. In it, you'll explore dozens of different testing activities to help you develop a custom testing regime for your projects. You'll learn to take a risk-driven approach to API testing, and build a strategy that goes beyond the basics of code and requirements coverage. about the technology To other developers, your API is the face of your application. Thorough, well-designed testing ensures that your APIs will perform as expected, every time. Impeccable API testing goes beyond the basics of code coverage, to encompass documentation and design that sends the right information to your third-party users. A robust testing strategy helps you avoid costly errors that can damage your revenue, your reputation, and your user's trust. about the book In Testing Web APIs you'll develop a diverse testing program that gets your whole team involved in ensuring quality. This practical book demystifies abstract strategic concepts by applying them to common API testing scenarios, revealing how these complex ideas work in the real world. It fully covers automation techniques like functional API automation, contract testing, and automated acceptance test-driven design that will save your team's time. You'll map the potential risks your API could face, and use those risks as a launching point for your testing activities. A good strategy has a mix of focuses, so you'll master a wide range of API testing techniques like exploratory testing and live testing of production code. A downloadable API sandbox lets you go hands-on and experiment in a safe environment. You'll soon be ready to implement a strategy that ensures API quality and makes testing a real asset to your team. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Seller Inventory # 9781617299537
- Title
- Testing Web APIs (Paperback)
- Author
- Mark Winteringham
- Publisher
- Manning Publications, New York
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1617299537
- ISBN 13
- 9781617299537
Ensure your web APIs are consistent and bug-free by implementing an automated testing process.
In Testing Web APIs you will:
Design and implement a web API testing strategy
Set up a test automation suite
Learn contract testing with Pact
Facilitate collaborative discussions to test web API designs
Perform exploratory tests
Experiment safely in a downloadable API sandbox environment
Testing Web APIs teaches you to plan and implement the perfect testing strategy for your web APIs. In it, you’ll explore dozens of different testing activities to help you develop a custom testing regime for your projects. This practical book demystifies abstract strategic concepts by applying them to common API testing scenarios, revealing how these complex ideas work in the real world. You’ll learn to take a risk-driven approach to API testing, and build a strategy that goes beyond the basics of code and requirements coverage. Your whole team will soon be involved in ensuring quality!
Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications.
About the technology
Web APIs are the public face of your application, and they need to be perfect. Implementing an automated testing program is the best way to ensure that your web APIs are production ready.
About the book
Testing Web APIs is a unique and practical guide, from the initial design of your testing suite through techniques for documentation, implementation, and delivery of consistently excellent APIs. You’ll see a wide range of testing techniques, from exploratory to live testing of production code, and how to save time with automation using industry-standard tools. This book helps take the hassle out of API testing.
What's inside
Design and implement a web API testing strategy
Set up a test automation suite
Contract testing with Pact
Hands-on practice in the downloadable API sandbox
About the reader
For dedicated software QA and testers, or experienced developers. Examples in Java.
About the author
Mark Winteringham is the OpsBoss at Ministry of Testing, where he teaches many aspects of software testing.
Table of Contents
PART 1 THE VALUE OF WEB API TESTING
1 Why and how we test web APIs
2 Beginning our testing journey
3 Quality and risk
PART 2 BEGINNING OUR TEST STRATEGY
4 Testing API designs
5 Exploratory testing APIs
6 Automating web API tests
7 Establishing and implementing a testing strategy
PART 3 EXPANDING OUR TEST STRATEGY
8 Advanced web API automation
9 Contract testing
10 Performance testing
11 Security testing
12 Testing in production
In Testing Web APIs you will:
Design and implement a web API testing strategy
Set up a test automation suite
Learn contract testing with Pact
Facilitate collaborative discussions to test web API designs
Perform exploratory tests
Experiment safely in a downloadable API sandbox environment
Testing Web APIs teaches you to plan and implement the perfect testing strategy for your web APIs. In it, you’ll explore dozens of different testing activities to help you develop a custom testing regime for your projects. This practical book demystifies abstract strategic concepts by applying them to common API testing scenarios, revealing how these complex ideas work in the real world. You’ll learn to take a risk-driven approach to API testing, and build a strategy that goes beyond the basics of code and requirements coverage. Your whole team will soon be involved in ensuring quality!
Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications.
About the technology
Web APIs are the public face of your application, and they need to be perfect. Implementing an automated testing program is the best way to ensure that your web APIs are production ready.
About the book
Testing Web APIs is a unique and practical guide, from the initial design of your testing suite through techniques for documentation, implementation, and delivery of consistently excellent APIs. You’ll see a wide range of testing techniques, from exploratory to live testing of production code, and how to save time with automation using industry-standard tools. This book helps take the hassle out of API testing.
What's inside
Design and implement a web API testing strategy
Set up a test automation suite
Contract testing with Pact
Hands-on practice in the downloadable API sandbox
About the reader
For dedicated software QA and testers, or experienced developers. Examples in Java.
About the author
Mark Winteringham is the OpsBoss at Ministry of Testing, where he teaches many aspects of software testing.
Table of Contents
PART 1 THE VALUE OF WEB API TESTING
1 Why and how we test web APIs
2 Beginning our testing journey
3 Quality and risk
PART 2 BEGINNING OUR TEST STRATEGY
4 Testing API designs
5 Exploratory testing APIs
6 Automating web API tests
7 Establishing and implementing a testing strategy
PART 3 EXPANDING OUR TEST STRATEGY
8 Advanced web API automation
9 Contract testing
10 Performance testing
11 Security testing
12 Testing in production
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Mark Winteringham is the DojoBoss at Ministry of Testing. He teaches many aspects of software testing, and he supports and curates testing training from others in the testing community. He is the co-founder of Automation in Testing and Ministry of Testing Essentials training pathways.
"About the title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Grand Eagle Retail
Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
5-star seller
AbeBooks seller since October 12, 2005
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Item | 6 to 14 business days | 6 to 16 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 0.00 | US$ 0.00 |
Payment methods
Seller's business information
APOLLO ONLINE CORP.
605 Geddes Street
Wilmington, DE U.S.A. 19805
Terms of sale
We guarantee the condition of every book as it¿s described on the Abebooks web sites. If you¿ve changed
your mind about a book that you¿ve ordered, please use the Ask bookseller a question link to contact us
and we¿ll respond within 2 business days.
Books ship from California and Michigan.
Shipping terms
Orders usually ship within 2 business days. All books within the US ship free of charge. Delivery is 4-14 business days anywhere in the United States.
Books ship from California and Michigan.
If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.