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How To Better Handle Authentication In API Test Automation
We need a better way to properly handle APIs authentication in our automated tests.
APIs are the cornerstone of distributed systems. They enable the composition of services to deliver more valuable experiences. While APIs can be powerful, they must ensure secured access.
Testing APIs can be a frustrating experience. We can spend more time trying to connect to the API rather than testing it. Delays in automated tests implementation are costly as slowing down the lead-time for changes.
In this article, we share a concrete way to design your tests for handling APIs authentication limiting code and duplication. At the end of the article, you will have a reusable structure for your automated tests:
- Understand the authentication flow and data
- Implement a reliable authentication layer
- Create a reusable authentication block with property
- Expand your API test automation with ease
Our first step is to understand the authentication steps.
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