Debugging skipped tests.

Description:

If some of your Selenium tests are getting skipped during automation execution, it could be due to some underlying exceptions being thrown. Skipping of tests may lead to incomplete test coverage, which in turn may lead to low confidence in the quality of your software. To debug the error, follow these steps.

Causes:

Common causes of skipped tests in Selenium include incorrect use of synchronization, incorrect element locators, or incorrect test configuration.

1. If one of the test methods on which another test method is dependent fails, the dependent test method will be skipped. 

2. If there is any issue with the configuration, such as a missing configuration file or incorrect configuration values, the test cases may be skipped. 

Debugs:

Debug 1 Check the test logs:

The first step in debugging a skipped test is to check the logs generated during the test execution. Look for any error messages or stack traces that may indicate what went wrong.

Debug 2 Use breakpoints: 

To narrow down the issue, use breakpoints in your code to stop the test execution at specific points and inspect the state of the application. This will help you identify the exact line of code where the exception is being thrown.

Debug 3 Review the test code: 

Review the code of the test that is getting skipped and check for any syntax errors or incorrect use of Selenium commands. Ensure that the test is properly configured and that all the necessary dependencies are present.

Debug 4 Use try-catch blocks: 

Use try-catch blocks in your test code to catch exceptions and handle them appropriately. This will prevent your tests from getting skipped due to unhandled exceptions.

Debug 5 Check your test environment: 

Ensure that your test environment is properly configured with the correct versions of Selenium, browser drivers, and any other necessary dependencies. Also, make sure that the test environment is stable and consistent.

Debug 6 Seek help: 

If you are unable to identify the issue on your own, seek help from your peers, mentor or online forums. They may be able to provide valuable insights into the problem.

By following these steps, you should be able to identify and fix the issue causing your tests to get skipped, and improve the overall quality and reliability of your automated tests.