Cypress is a modern, open-source end-to-end testing framework built specifically for web applications. It allows developers and QA engineers to write and run tests directly in the browser, providing fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand testing workflows.
Key Features of Cypress:
- Runs in the browser: Cypress executes tests inside the browser, giving real-time control over application behavior.
- Automatic waiting: No need for manual wait—Cypress waits for elements to appear and actions to complete.
- Time travel: Cypress shows a visual step-by-step history of your test in the UI test runner.
- Real-time reloads: Tests re-run automatically as you save them.
- Powerful debugging: With built-in developer tools and readable errors.