API Testing with Postman
Master API testing - the backbone of modern applications. With microservices architecture dominating, API testing skills are essential for 80% of testing roles today.
Why API Testing is Critical
Microservices Era
Modern apps are built with 100+ APIs
Faster Testing
10x faster than UI testing, early bug detection
Data Validation
Verify business logic and data integrity
Integration Testing
Test system interactions and workflows
DevOps Ready
Perfect for CI/CD pipeline integration
High Demand Skill
Required in 80% of testing job descriptions
Our Teaching Methodology
Real APIs
Practice with live APIs from popular services
Hands-on Projects
Build complete API test suites for real applications
Industry Tools
Master Postman, Newman, and automation frameworks
API Testing Roadmap
API Fundamentals
REST, HTTP methods, Status codes, JSON/XML
Postman Mastery
Collections, Environments, Variables, Scripts
Authentication & Security
OAuth, JWT, API Keys, Security testing
Test Automation
Newman CLI, Automated test execution
Performance Testing
Load testing, Stress testing, Monitoring
Advanced Integration
Database validation, Mock services
Detailed Course Curriculum
Week 1: API Fundamentals & Postman Basics
Build strong foundation in API testing concepts
Theory:
- • What are APIs & REST
- • HTTP Methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)
- • Status Codes & Headers
- • JSON & XML Data Formats
Practical:
- • Postman installation & setup
- • First API requests
- • Response analysis
- • Public API exploration
Week 2: Advanced Testing & Authentication
Master complex API testing scenarios
Advanced Features:
- • Collections & Environments
- • Variables & Dynamic Data
- • Pre/Post Scripts
- • Data-Driven Testing
Security Testing:
- • API Key Authentication
- • OAuth 2.0 & JWT
- • Bearer Token Testing
- • Security vulnerabilities
Week 3: Automation & Performance Testing
Implement CI/CD ready API testing solutions
Automation:
- • Newman CLI Setup
- • Command Line Execution
- • Jenkins Integration
- • Automated Reporting
Performance:
- • Load Testing Basics
- • Response Time Analysis
- • Stress Testing
- • Performance Monitoring
Real Projects Portfolio
Build comprehensive API testing portfolio
Projects:
- • E-commerce API Testing
- • Social Media API
- • Payment Gateway Testing
- • Weather API Automation
Deliverables:
- • Complete test collections
- • Automation scripts
- • Performance test reports
- • API testing resume