QA Automation Fundamentals with Playwright, Pytest, and GitLab CI

Modern software development requires reliable, scalable test automation to catch issues early and deliver quality features faster. Building robust automated tests is an essential skill for modern software testing professionals. This course guides you step by step through the core principles of test automation, helping you transition from manual testing concepts to writing clean automation scripts using Python, Playwright, Pytest, and GitLab CI. What you'll learn: - Understand core QA automation concepts, terminology, and testing strategies - Build web test scripts using Python and Playwright - Organize test suites using Pytest and structural design patterns like Page Object Model - Generate comprehensive execution reports using Allure - Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI - Apply AI-assisted code review techniques to improve test script quality The material starts with essential software testing terminology and foundational automation concepts before presenting detailed code examples and written practice exercises. You will learn how to design maintainable test architecture and automate verification routines effectively. This course is designed for beginner QA engineers and manual testers looking to move into automation. No prior test automation experience is required. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in automated software testing.