Intern 4: Getting Started from Pluralsight

Historically, putting together a cohesive and easy-to-use testing solution for JavaScript projects has been difficult. In this course, you will learn how the Intern testing platform provides a complete solution for testing your applications.

Testing JavaScript code has traditionally involved putting together a set of libraries to build a complete testing solution. This course, Intern 4: Getting Started, covers Intern 4, a testing platform that incorporates best-in-class components to provide a complete testing solution out of the box. First, you will learn how the Intern project is structured and how it integrates many of the best testing component libraries to provide a world-class testing solution. You will then explore Intern’s testing capabilities by learning about how to create unit and functional tests. Finally, you will break out of the boundaries of your development machine and incorporate cloud testing platforms into your tests, ensuring that your applications work across all the browsers and operating systems that your customers use. When you are done with this course, you will know how to create unit and functional tests to ensure that your applications perform as expected, and be able to easily run those tests against all the environments that your users have available.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Introducing Intern

Writing Unit Tests

Writing Functional Tests

Running Tests Locally

Running Tests Remotely

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores best practices of software testing

Facilitates unit and functional testing

Incorporates cloud testing platforms

Taught by experienced instructors

Beginner-friendly, students with any experience level can benefit

Utilizes recognized best practices

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Intern 4: Getting Started with these activities:

Review JavaScript Fundamentals

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Review the basics of JavaScript syntax and concepts to strengthen your foundation for this course.

Browse courses on JavaScript

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Go over JavaScript variables, data types, and operators.
Review control flow statements like if-else and loops.
Practice writing simple JavaScript functions.

Consolidate and Organize Course Resources

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Enhance your learning experience by organizing and consolidating key course materials.

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Gather all relevant notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams.
Organize them into a logical structure, such as by topic or module.
Review your materials regularly to reinforce your understanding.

Write Unit Tests for a Sample Function

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Practice writing unit tests for a given JavaScript function to reinforce your understanding of unit testing techniques.

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Choose a simple JavaScript function to test.
Write unit tests for the function using Intern's assertion methods.
Run the tests and debug any failures.

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Participate in a JavaScript Testing Forum

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Engage with other JavaScript testers by answering questions and sharing your knowledge in a forum, reinforcing your understanding of concepts.

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Join a JavaScript testing forum or online community.
Monitor the forum for questions related to JavaScript testing.
Provide helpful answers based on your knowledge of Intern and testing best practices.

Follow a Tutorial on Advanced Intern Features

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Expand your knowledge of Intern by exploring advanced features through a guided tutorial.

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Find a tutorial covering a specific Intern feature you're interested in.
Follow the tutorial step-by-step, implementing the feature in your own project.
Troubleshoot any issues you encounter and seek additional resources if necessary.

Build a Mini-Project Using Intern

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Apply your Intern skills by building a practical mini-project that tests a real-world web application.

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Design your project, identifying the functionality you want to implement and test.
Set up your project directory and install necessary dependencies, including Intern.
Write and run unit tests for your project's core functions.
Implement integration tests to verify the interactions between components.
Deploy your project and perform end-to-end testing to validate its functionality in a real-world environment.

Contribute to the Intern Project

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Enhance your understanding of Intern by delving into its source code and contributing to its development.

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Review the Intern GitHub repository.
Identify an area where you can make a valuable contribution, such as fixing a bug or adding a feature.
Fork the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request.

Career center

Learners who complete Intern 4: Getting Started will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Test Automation Engineer

Test Automation Engineers automate the testing of software applications. They use tools and techniques to create automated tests that can be run on a regular basis. This course will provide Test Automation Engineers with the skills and knowledge they need to automate the testing of JavaScript applications. This course will also help Test Automation Engineers to understand the different aspects of test automation, such as test scripting, test execution, and test reporting.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full-Stack Developers design and develop both the front-end and back-end of websites and web applications. They work with designers and engineers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing both the front-end and back-end of web applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Full-Stack Developers to understand the different aspects of full-stack development, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, programming languages, databases, and web servers.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software applications to ensure that they are working as expected. They work with developers and engineers to identify and fix bugs. This course will provide Quality Assurance Analysts with the skills and knowledge they need to test JavaScript applications effectively. This course will also help Quality Assurance Analysts to understand the different aspects of software testing, such as test planning, test execution, and defect tracking.

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Front-End Developer

Front-End Developers design and develop the user interface of websites and web applications. They work with designers and engineers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing the front-end of web applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Front-End Developers to understand the different aspects of front-end development, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

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Back-End Developer

Back-End Developers design and develop the server-side of websites and web applications. They work with designers and engineers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing the back-end of web applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Back-End Developers to understand the different aspects of back-end development, such as programming languages, databases, and web servers.

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Web Developer

Web Developers create and maintain websites and web applications. They work with designers and engineers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing web applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Web Developers to understand the different aspects of web development, such as front-end development, back-end development, and database management.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work with developers and operations teams to ensure that software applications are deployed and maintained efficiently. They use tools and techniques to automate the build, test, and deployment process. This course will provide DevOps Engineers with the skills and knowledge they need to test JavaScript applications effectively. This course will also help DevOps Engineers to understand the different aspects of DevOps, such as continuous integration, continuous delivery, and infrastructure as code.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work in a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. Interns often work on testing software applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Software Engineers to understand the different aspects of software development, such as programming languages, data structures, and algorithms.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers design and develop mobile applications for smartphones and tablets. They work with designers and engineers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing mobile applications, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Mobile Developers to understand the different aspects of mobile development, such as mobile operating systems, mobile devices, and mobile app development tools.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to identify trends and patterns. They work with data scientists and engineers to solve problems and make predictions. Interns are often responsible for testing data analysis models, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Data Analysts to understand the different aspects of data analysis, such as data mining, statistical modeling, and data visualization.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve problems and make predictions. They work with data analysts and engineers to collect, clean, and analyze data. Interns are often responsible for testing data science models, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Data Scientists to understand the different aspects of data science, such as data mining, machine learning, and statistical modeling.

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Product Manager

Product Managers work with teams to develop and launch new products. They work with engineers, designers, and marketers to bring ideas to life. Interns are often responsible for testing new products, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Product Managers to understand the different aspects of product management, such as product planning, product development, and product marketing.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with businesses to identify and solve problems. They use data analysis and other techniques to understand the needs of businesses and to develop solutions that meet those needs. Interns are often responsible for testing business analysis solutions, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Business Analysts to understand the different aspects of business analysis, such as requirements gathering, process modeling, and solution design.

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Project Manager

Project Managers work with teams to plan and execute projects. They work with stakeholders to define project goals, develop project plans, and track project progress. Interns are often responsible for testing project plans, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Project Managers to understand the different aspects of project management, such as project planning, project execution, and project control.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain documentation for software and other technical products. They work with engineers and other technical experts to gather information and to write clear and concise documentation. Interns are often responsible for testing documentation, and this course will provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to do this effectively. This course will also help Technical Writers to understand the different aspects of technical writing, such as technical writing tools, documentation standards, and user experience design.

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