Learners will be able to install and configure Postman, execute and organize API requests, validate API responses, debug issues, and automate testing workflows using Newman. This course is designed to build practical API testing skills by guiding learners from foundational concepts to real-world automation practices.
Apply API Testing Fundamentals Using Postman
Apply API Testing Fundamentals Using Postman
This course is part of Apply API Testing & Automation with Postman Specialization
Instructor: EDUCBA
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Install and configure Postman to create, organize, and execute REST API requests.
Validate API responses, debug issues, and write test scripts using Postman features.
Automate API testing workflows using collections, environments, and Newman CLI.
Skills you'll gain
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Assessments
8 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Apply API Testing & Automation with Postman Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to Postman as an API testing tool and builds a strong foundation in understanding its purpose, interface, and basic request workflows. Learners begin by setting up Postman and understanding the project context, then explore the Postman graphical user interface to send their first API requests. The module concludes with hands-on experience in creating POST requests, organizing requests into collections, and executing them efficiently. By the end of this module, learners will be able to confidently navigate Postman and perform basic API interactions essential for beginner-level API testing.
What's included
7 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on advancing API testing skills using Postman by introducing variables, environments, scripting, debugging, and automation. Learners explore how to reuse values with variables and snippets, manage multiple testing environments, and write validation tests for APIs. The module also covers debugging techniques using the Postman Console and extends testing capabilities to the command line using Newman for automated and continuous testing. By completing this module, learners gain practical skills for scalable, automated API testing workflows.
What's included
8 videos4 assignments
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