TestCafe Set Up

Setting up TestCafe on a Windows computer is a straightforward process. Here are the step-by-step instructions:

1. Install Node.js:

   • Download the latest version of Node.js for Windows from the official website: Node.js Downloads
   • Run the installer and follow the installation instructions. Node.js includes npm (Node Package Manager) by default, which you'll need to install TestCafe and manage dependencies.

2. Open Command Prompt (CMD) or PowerShell:

   • You can open Command Prompt or PowerShell by searching for them in the Start menu or by pressing Windows key + R, typing cmd or powershell, and hitting Enter.

3. Install TestCafe:

   • In the Command Prompt or PowerShell window, type the following command to install TestCafe globally:

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     npm install -g testcafe
     

   • This command installs TestCafe globally on your system, allowing you to access it from any directory.

4. Verify Installation:

   • After installation completes, you can verify that TestCafe is installed correctly by typing the following command in the Command Prompt or PowerShell:

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     testcafe -v
     

   • This command should display the installed version of TestCafe. If you see the version number, TestCafe is successfully installed.

5. Write Your First Test:

   • Create a new directory for your test project and navigate into it using the Command Prompt or PowerShell.
   • Inside the project directory, create a new JavaScript file (e.g., test.js) and write your first TestCafe test.
   • Here's a simple example test to get you started:

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     import { Selector } from 'testcafe';
     
     fixture('First Test')
       .page('https://example.com');
     
     test('Check page title', async t => {
       await t.expect(Selector('title').innerText).eql('Example Domain');
     });
     

6. Run Your Test:

   • In the Command Prompt or PowerShell window, navigate to your project directory.
   • Run your test by typing the following command:

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     testcafe chrome test.js
     

   • This command runs your test in Google Chrome. You can replace chrome with other supported browsers like firefox, edge, or safari.

7. View Test Results:

   • TestCafe will open the specified browser and execute your test. Once the test completes, the results will be displayed in the Command Prompt or PowerShell window.

That's it! You've now set up TestCafe on your Windows computer and run your first test. You can continue writing more tests and exploring TestCafe's features to automate your web application testing.