webapp-testing

Automate browser testing of local web applications using Python Playwright scripts.

Updated Jul 30, 2026
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Skill: webapp-testing
Source: https://github.com/johsquaree/claude-basic-docs/tree/main/.claude/skills/webapp-testing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/johsquaree/claude-basic-docs --skill webapp-testing-johsquaree

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires playwright, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve? Testing local web applications manually is slow and error-prone, especially when verifying frontend behavior, debugging UI issues, or capturing browser state. This Skill automates browser interactions with Playwright so you can validate functionality, inspect rendered DOMs, and capture screenshots or console logs programmatically. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Server Lifecycle Management: The scripts/with_server.py helper starts one or more servers (e.g., backend plus frontend), waits for ports to be ready, runs your automation, and cleans up afterward. - Reconnaissance-Then-Action Pattern: Navigate to a page, wait for networkidle, inspect the rendered DOM or take screenshots, then act on discovered selectors. - Example Scripts: Ready-made patterns for element discovery, static HTML automation via file:// URLs, and console log capture. - Use Case: You have a React frontend on port 5173 and a Python backend on port 3000. Use the helper to launch both servers, then run a Playwright script that logs in, clicks through the dashboard, and saves a full-page screenshot for review. ## Quick Start Ask the AI to test your local web app by starting the dev server with the with_server.py helper and writing a Playwright script that navigates to the page, waits for networkidle, and captures a screenshot.

Frequently Asked Questions about webapp-testing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I test a local web application with Playwright in Python?

Write a Python script using sync_playwright, launch Chromium in headless mode, navigate to your localhost URL, and wait for the networkidle load state before interacting. Use the with_server.py helper to start your dev server automatically before the script runs.

How do I run Playwright tests that need multiple servers running?

Use the with_server.py helper with repeated --server and --port flags for each server, followed by your command after a double dash. It starts each server, waits for its port to accept connections, runs your script, then terminates all servers.

Why does my Playwright script fail to find elements on a dynamic page?

The script likely inspects the DOM before JavaScript finishes rendering. Call page.wait_for_load_state('networkidle') after navigation, then take a screenshot or read page.content() to discover the actual rendered selectors before acting.

Can Playwright automate static HTML files without a server?

Yes, navigate to a file:// URL built from the absolute path of the HTML file. You can then click elements, fill forms, and capture screenshots exactly as you would with a served page.

How do I capture browser console logs during Playwright automation?

Register a handler with page.on('console', handler) before navigating. The handler receives each console message with its type and text, which you can collect in a list and write to a log file after the browser closes.