Learn REST API Testing with Postman @ Future Proof Trainings

1: Introduction to REST APIs and Postman

What is a REST API?

Understanding API Design Principles

Introduction to Postman: Installation and Basic Navigation

Creating and Saving API Requests in Postman

2: Building API Requests

HTTP Methods: GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.

URL Parameters and Query Strings

Request Headers: Content-Type, Accept, Authorization, etc.

Request Bodies: JSON, XML, Form Data, etc.

Building Dynamic Requests with Variables

3: API Response Analysis

Understanding API Response Structure

Inspecting Response Headers: Status Codes, Content-Type, etc.

Analyzing Response Bodies: JSON, XML, etc.

Using Pre-request Scripts for Advanced Response Analysis

4: API Testing and Debugging

Setting Up API Environments in Postman

Testing API Endpoints: Positive and Negative Scenarios

Debugging API Issues: Handling Errors and Exceptions

Using Postman's Built-in Testing Features

5: API Documentation and Collaboration

Generating API Documentation with Postman

Sharing and Collaborating on API Collections

API Version Control and Team Management

6: Advanced Postman Features

Using Postman Monitors for API Monitoring

Integrating Postman with CI/CD Pipelines

API Security Testing with Postman

Performance Testing and Load Testing APIs with Postman

7: API Automation with Postman

Introduction to API Automation Testing

Writing Tests with Postman's Built-in Testing Framework

Creating and Running API Test Suites

Generating API Test Reports

8: API Mocking and Virtualization

Understanding API Mocking and its Use Cases

Setting Up API Mock Servers with Postman

Virtualizing APIs for Development and Testing

9: API Integration and Web Services

Integrating APIs with Web Services

Consuming APIs in Web Applications

API Security Best Practices

10: Real-World API Testing Scenarios

Case Studies: Testing Complex APIs

Handling API Rate Limiting and Throttling

API Testing for Scalability and Performance

API Testing for Security and Data Integrity

11: Continuous Integration and API Testing

Integrating Postman with CI Tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)

Automating API Testing in CI/CD Pipelines

Continuous API Testing Strategies

12: Advanced Topics and Best Practices

API Design and Documentation Best Practices

API Testing Strategies and Techniques

API Testing Tools Comparison

Future Trends in API Testing

13: Project Work and Practical Exercises

Hands-on API Testing Projects

Group Activities and Peer Reviews

Individual API Testing Assignments

14: Conclusion and Next Steps

Recap of Key Concepts and Skills

Career Opportunities in API Testing

Resources for Further Learning and Practice

Note: Remember, this is a general outline, and the actual course content may vary based on the instructor's preferences, the target audience's skill level, and the specific focus of the course. It's always beneficial to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of the learners and stay updated with the latest advancements in API testing and Postman.