API Testing with Postman - The Course Overview

This course, led by Dave Westerveld, introduces API testing using Postman, a user-friendly tool for exploring and automating APIs. The course covers API basics, hands-on testing with GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE calls, and setting up test automation with Postman collections. It also delves into building quality APIs through debugging, monitoring, and documentation, and explores advanced techniques like data-driven testing and schema validation. Designed for beginners, the course emphasizes practical learning with real-life examples from public APIs.

Why is API testing becoming increasingly important in software systems?

• APIs are only used for front-end development.

• APIs are not crucial for business needs.

• APIs are driving various parts of software systems.

• Because APIs are rarely used in modern software.

What is one of the main features of Postman as an API testing tool?

• It is primarily used for database management.

• It lacks automation capabilities.

• It is only available as a mobile application.

• It is a desktop application with features for exploring and automating APIs.

Which API call types are covered in the hands-on testing section using Postman?

• COPY, UNLINK, PURGE

• HEAD, OPTIONS, LINK

• CONNECT, TRACE, PATCH

• GET, POST, PUT, DELETE

What is one of the advanced techniques discussed in the course for using Postman?

• Managing cloud storage.

• Using Postman for video editing.

• Data-driven testing and schema validation.

• Creating mobile applications.

What is emphasized as the best way to learn API testing in this course?

• Attending conferences.

• Trying out practical examples with public APIs.

• Watching videos without practice.

• Reading theoretical books.