webapp-testing

Automate web app testing by writing Python Playwright scripts that navigate to your local application, interact with UI elements using selectors, and capture screenshots or console logs. The Skill guides you through reconnaissance—inspecting the DOM to identify selectors—then executing automated actions like clicks and form submissions.

Yes, Playwright handles static HTML, dynamic SPAs, and server-backed pages. The Skill supports waiting for networkidle states and works across single or multi-server environments, making it suitable for testing complex applications with asynchronous content loading.

Use the included `with_server.py` helper script to automatically start and stop your frontend and backend servers before and after test execution. This eliminates manual server management and ensures a clean testing environment for each run.

The Skill employs a reconnaissance-then-action pattern: inspect the rendered DOM to identify stable selectors, then execute UI interactions. This approach is crucial for dynamic applications where elements load asynchronously or change based on user state.

Yes, the Skill supports exporting test scripts and reports, along with capturing screenshots and console logs for debugging. This enables integration with CI/CD pipelines and documentation of test coverage and results.

The Skill helps you write native Python Playwright scripts and provides examples and helper components, making it accessible even if you're new to Playwright. The framework guides you through common patterns like element interaction and log capture.