Cucumber

Cucumber is a Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) testing tool that allows users to write test scenarios in natural language using Gherkin syntax. It bridges the communication gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders by promoting collaboration and shared understanding of requirements.

At the advanced level, Cucumber is used as part of a mature, scalable test automation framework, integrated with multiple tools, customized reporting, and best practices for large teams and complex applications.

Key Competencies:

• Custom Parameter Types – Defining and using custom parameter types to improve test readability and reduce duplication.
• Custom Formatters and Plugins – Creating custom formatters for reports and integrating third-party plugins (e.g., ExtentReports, Allure).
• Behavior-Driven Architecture – Structuring applications and tests to fully leverage BDD principles across the organization.
• Cross-Platform Execution – Running tests across different environments (web, mobile, APIs) using tools like Selenium, Appium, or REST-assured.
• Error Handling and Retry Logic – Implementing robust error management and automatic retries for flaky tests.
• Analytics and Test Optimization – Measuring test performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing slow or flaky tests.