1.What is RestAssured?
RestAssured is a popular Java-based library for API testing. It provides a simple and intuitive interface for creating requests, sending requests, and validating responses.
2.What are the different HTTP methods supported by RestAssured?
RestAssured supports different HTTP methods such as GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and more. Each method is used for a specific purpose.
3.How do you create a request in RestAssured?
To create a request in RestAssured, use the given() method to specify the base URL and other request details. Then, use the HTTP method (e.g., get(), post()) to send the request.
4.How do you add parameters to a request in RestAssured?
Parameters can be added to a request in RestAssured using the queryParam() or formParam() methods, depending on the type of parameter.
5.How do you add headers to a request in RestAssured?
Headers can be added to a request in RestAssured using the header() method.
6.What is the purpose of an authentication mechanism in RestAssured?
Authentication mechanisms are used in RestAssured to ensure that only authorized users can access the API. It provides a way to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
7.How do you add authentication to a request in RestAssured?
Authentication can be added to a request in RestAssured using the auth() method, which supports different types of authentication such as basic authentication, OAuth 1.0, OAuth 2.0, and more.
8.What is a request body?
The request body is the data sent by a client to a server as part of an API request. It can be in different formats such as JSON, XML, or form data.
9.How do you send a request with a request body in RestAssured?
To send a request with a request body in RestAssured, use the body() method to specify the request body content and format.
10.How do you validate a response in RestAssured?
Responses can be validated in RestAssured using the assertThat() method, which supports different types of assertions such as status code, response body, headers, and more.
11.How do you extract values from a response in RestAssured?
Values can be extracted from a response in RestAssured using the extract() method, which supports different types of extraction such as path, jsonPath, xmlPath, and more.
12.How do you handle cookies in RestAssured?
Cookies can be handled in RestAssured using the cookie() method, which supports different types of operations such as adding a cookie, getting a cookie, or deleting a cookie.
13.What is serialization and deserialization in RestAssured?
Serialization is the process of converting an object into a format that can be transmitted over the network, while deserialization is the process of converting the received data into an object. RestAssured supports serialization and deserialization of JSON and XML data.
14.How do you handle timeouts in RestAssured?
Timeouts can be set in RestAssured using the timeout() method, which specifies the maximum time to wait for a response.
15.What is the purpose of a filter in RestAssured?
Filters are used in RestAssured to modify or inspect requests and responses. They provide a way to perform custom operations such as logging, caching, or encryption.
16.How do you add a filter to a request in RestAssured?
Filters can be added to a request in RestAssured using the filter() method, which specifies the filter class.
17.What is the difference between given(), when(), and then() methods in RestAssured?
Given() is used to set up preconditions for a request
