REST API Automation Testing from Scratch - REST Assured Java - Understanding the Grant Type Authorization Flow with Real

The video tutorial explains the importance of third-party authentication using Google or Facebook, highlighting the benefits of data security and ease of use. It delves into the OAuth architecture, detailing the roles of client ID, resource server, and authorization server. The process of OAuth is explained step-by-step, emphasizing the generation and use of access tokens. Finally, the tutorial discusses the practical application of OAuth in testing environments, using tools like Postman.

What happens when a user clicks 'Sign in with Google' on a website?

What are the advantages of using third-party authentication services like Google or Facebook?

What are the potential risks of storing user profile data on your own server?

Describe the process of how BookMyShow uses Google authentication.

Explain the role of the client ID and client secret in the OAuth process.

In what ways can a user manage their data when using third-party authentication?

What is the significance of the authorization code in the OAuth flow?

What is the difference between the authorization server and the resource server?

How does the access token function in the context of user authentication?

How does the OAuth 2.0 mechanism simplify user authentication for multiple services?