Learn all about test automation in Selenium IDE + element locating strategies used in Selenium WebDriver.

Selenium IDE - Basic of Test Automation

Name: Automation basics via Selenium IDE and practical exercise patterns
Rating: 5.9

InstructorHubert Arciszewski

Duration1h 54m

Students10.7K

Rating4.4 (3,064)

Automation basics via Selenium IDE and practical exercise patterns

Strengths

Practical Exercise Structure

The curriculum includes specific exercises paired with video solutions, such as footer verification, login/logout flows, and appointment scheduling.

Locator Strategy Coverage

Instruction covers multiple methods for identifying web elements, specifically focusing on basic locators, Xpath, and CSS selectors.

Limitations

Inconsistent Depth in Locators

This signal predates the displayed course update; the update may have addressed it, but the update label does not prove that it was corrected. Some exercises may encounter functional issues during practice.

Potential Exercise Instability

One signal suggests that some exercises may not function as intended, causing frustration during practice.

Best suited to

Beginners seeking a short introduction to test automation
Learners wanting hands-on practice with Selenium IDE scripts

Less suited to

Those requiring deep, exercise-heavy training on element locators
Learners looking for highly stable or verified practice environments

Comidoc Score

5.9/10

Worth considering

Beginner-friendly

Comidoc verdict

The curriculum begins with practical script creation using Selenium IDE, utilizing specific exercises like login and appointment flows to build foundational skills. This initial phase is supported by video solutions and a knowledge test to reinforce the concepts.

The transition into element locating strategies—covering Xpath and CSS selectors—is less exercise-intensive than the first half of the course. This creates a gap for learners who rely on repetitive practice to master complex locators. Additionally, one signal indicates that some exercises may encounter functional issues.

This course is best suited for those looking for a condensed introduction to automation through Selenium IDE, provided they are comfortable with a lighter focus on advanced locating techniques.

Score breakdown

Curriculum depth: 6.5
Applied learning: 8.0
Clarity & experience: 5.0
Currency & reliability: 3.5

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