TestNG Practice Exam

The TestNG exam assesses an individual's proficiency in using the TestNG testing framework for Java. TestNG is a powerful testing framework inspired by JUnit and NUnit, designed to simplify a broad range of testing needs, from unit testing to integration testing. The exam covers the core features of TestNG, including annotations, test configurations, parallel test execution, and advanced reporting.

Skills Required

• Java Programming: Solid understanding of Java programming language.
• Testing Fundamentals: Knowledge of basic testing principles and methodologies.
• TestNG Annotations: Proficiency in using TestNG annotations to manage test lifecycles.
• Test Configuration: Ability to configure tests for different scenarios and environments.
• Reporting and Logging: Skills in generating and interpreting test reports and logs.

Who should take the exam?

• Java Developers: Those who want to enhance their testing capabilities using TestNG.
• Software Testers: Professionals involved in automated testing using Java-based tools.
• QA Engineers: Quality Assurance engineers looking to improve their testing frameworks.
• Automation Engineers: Individuals specializing in automated testing processes.
• Software Engineers: Developers who need to integrate testing into their development workflow.

Course Outline

The TestNG exam covers the following topics :-

Module 1: Introduction to TestNG

• Overview of TestNG: Understanding the history, purpose, and features of TestNG.
• Installation and Setup: Setting up TestNG in various development environments.
• Comparison with Other Frameworks: Differences and similarities with JUnit and NUnit.

Module 2: TestNG Annotations

• Basic Annotations: @Test, @BeforeMethod, @AfterMethod, @BeforeClass, @AfterClass.
• Advanced Annotations: @DataProvider, @Factory, @Listeners.
• Annotation Usage: Practical examples and best practices for using annotations.

Module 3: Writing and Running Tests

• Creating Test Cases: Writing basic test cases using TestNG.
• Test Methods: Defining and executing test methods.
• Running Tests: Running tests from the command line, IDE, and build tools like Maven and Gradle.

Module 4: Test Configuration

• Test Suites: Creating and managing test suites with testng.xml.
• Groups: Organizing tests into groups and running grouped tests.
• Dependencies: Managing test method dependencies with @DependsOnMethods and @DependsOnGroups.

Module 5: Data-Driven Testing

• @DataProvider: Implementing data-driven tests using the @DataProvider annotation.
• Parameterization: Parameterizing test methods and test suites.
• External Data Sources: Integrating TestNG with external data sources like Excel and databases.

Module 6: Parallel Test Execution

• Parallelism Basics: Understanding parallel test execution and its benefits.
• Configuration: Configuring parallel tests in testng.xml.
• Thread Safety: Ensuring thread-safe test methods and resources.

Module 7: TestNG Listeners and Reports

• Listeners: Implementing custom listeners using ITestListener and ISuiteListener.
• Reports: Generating default and custom test reports.
• Logging: Using TestNG logging features and integrating with logging frameworks like Log4j.

Module 8: Integration with Build Tools

• Maven: Setting up and running TestNG tests with Maven.
• Gradle: Configuring and executing TestNG tests using Gradle.
• CI/CD Integration: Integrating TestNG with Continuous Integration tools like Jenkins.

Module 9: Advanced TestNG Features

• Factories: Using the @Factory annotation for dynamic test creation.
• Dependency Injection: Implementing dependency injection in TestNG tests.
• Custom Annotations: Creating and using custom annotations in TestNG.

Module 10: Practical Applications and Case Studies

• Real-World Scenarios: Applying TestNG to various testing scenarios and case studies.
• Best Practices: Identifying and implementing best practices in TestNG.
• Common Pitfalls: Avoiding and troubleshooting common issues in TestNG.

Module 11: Exam Preparation

• Sample Questions: Practice questions and exercises for exam preparation.
• Mock Tests: Simulated tests to gauge readiness and identify areas for improvement.
• Review Sessions: Recap and review of key concepts and techniques.