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Mobile Testing (Appium)

Automate iOS and Android apps. Master Appium to write one test script that runs on both platforms using the WebDriver protocol.

Mobile automation is critical for app quality. This course covers Appium, the standard for cross-platform mobile testing. You will learn to inspect elements using Appium Inspector, handle gestures (swipe, pinch), and manage hybrid apps (WebViews). We cover setting up the complex environment (Android SDK, Xcode), running tests on Emulators/Simulators, and scaling to real devices using cloud farms like BrowserStack.

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⏱️ 5-Minute Lessons (Bite-sized learning)
🚀 21-Lesson Path (Independent modules)
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Complete Course Syllabus

  • 1
    Environment Setup
    Configuring Node, Java, Android SDK, and Xcode.
  • 2
    Appium Inspector
    Finding elements and recording actions.
  • 3
    Scripting Basics
    Writing your first test for APK/IPA files.
  • 4
    Gestures
    Automating complex touch interactions via code.
  • 5
    Cloud Execution
    Running tests on BrowserStack/Sauce Labs.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary
$100k - $140k

Career Paths

Mobile SDET $110k-$150k
QA Automation Eng $100k-$140k
Mobile Release Mgr $105k-$145k

What You Will Learn

Write automated tests for Android and iOS using Appium
Inspect mobile UI elements to create robust locators
Handle complex gestures like Swiping and Pinch-to-Zoom
Execute tests on Emulators, Simulators, and Real Devices
Integrate mobile tests with cloud device farms

Skills You Will Gain

Appium Mobile Automation Android/iOS Architecture Java/Python Element Inspection

Who Is This For

Mobile QA
SDETs
App Developers

Prerequisites

Selenium knowledge
Basic Coding

Mobile Testing (Appium) FAQs

Real devices?

Yes, we cover connecting physical phones.

Hard setup?

Yes, installation is the hardest part; we guide you.

Language?

Supports Java, Python, JS, Ruby, etc.

iOS on Windows?

No, need a Mac for iOS automation.

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All Reork courses are 100% free, self-paced, and fully accessible on mobile devices. No prior experience is required. Read our full Platform FAQ.

Tech Stack & Tools

Appium Desktop
Android Studio
Xcode
BrowserStack

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