Test Automation Essentials with Robot Framework is a beginner-level course designed to help aspiring QA professionals and manual testers build a strong foundation in automated testing. You'll learn how to write your first test cases using Robot Framework’s keyword-driven approach, organize test data in a readable tabular format, and integrate SeleniumLibrary for browser-based automation. Through guided videos, hands-on labs, and practical examples, you'll explore essential concepts like reusable keywords, test suite organization, debugging flaky tests, and generating meaningful reports. Real-world scenarios—from login flows to regression checks—demonstrate how scalable, maintainable automation fits into fast-moving QA teams. By the end of the course, you’ll be confident designing robust test suites, analyzing test logs, and applying stability strategies to support reliable releases in modern development environments.

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There are 3 modules in this course
In this first lesson, learners will be introduced to the foundational concepts of Robot Framework and keyword-driven testing. They will explore the key components of a test automation workflow, understand how Robot Framework uses human-readable syntax to drive tests, and practice working with tabular test data. Through guided examples, this lesson sets the stage for building confidence in writing basic test cases—even for those with no coding experience.
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4 videos3 readings1 assignment
This lesson explores how Robot Framework uses keywords to make test cases both readable and reusable. Learners will begin by understanding what keywords are, how to use built-in ones, and how to create custom keywords to keep test cases clean and modular. Then, they'll learn how to design effective test cases with proper naming, parameterization, and structure. Through hands-on examples and real-world parallels, learners will gain clarity on how small design choices can significantly impact maintainability and clarity—especially for teams new to automation.
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2 videos1 reading1 assignment
Even the most well-designed test suites will fail if they aren’t maintainable or reliable over time. In this lesson, learners will explore the root causes of test instability, how to debug brittle or flaky tests, and how to design suites that stay readable and resilient as they grow. Using real-world case studies, logs, and structure-based techniques, learners will build confidence in maintaining test automation in real-world scenarios—including flaky test diagnosis, root cause investigation, and smart reporting strategies. By the end, learners will be able to organize Robot Framework test suites for scale, interpret logs, and identify failure patterns using test reporting tools.
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