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dsaner
New Contributor
7 years ago

Accessing files downloaded by automated test running in CBT browser

I have a few automated tests (Java based webdriver) that cause my application under test to generate a pdf and download it.  Next, the test picks up the file and parses it to make sure the content in...
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    dsaner
    6 years ago

    I know it's been a while since I posted this question, but as requested here is what finally worked for me.  

     

    1.  I start up an HttpsServer with a context that allows me to upload a file to the shared directory on my internal network.

    2.  I download the file in the browser on my CBT machine.

    3.  I hit the URL of my server from my CBT machine using local in the URL (i.e. https://local: port/uploadForm) and specify the downloaded file in the web form I created for the server context.

    4.  The file is uploaded to my local network and is now available for parsing, so I kill the HttpsServer.

     

    The code is a little too much for a forum post, but if requested I may be able to throw together a sample java project with all the requisite pieces.  Just wanted to let the 2 or 3 other people in the world who might want to try this know that it's possible!

     

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AlexKaras
Champion Level 3
7 years ago

dsaner
Hi,

 

Not sure about webdriver (I understand it as Selenium), but documentation for TestComplete says that it is possible from CBT to work with resources from the local network via http:// and file:/// protocols (https://support.smartbear.com/testcomplete/docs/working-with/integration/cbt/preparing/tests-with-local.html).

Also, there is description how to open (multiple) CBT tunnels using Java/NodeJS (https://support.smartbear.com/testcomplete/docs/working-with/integration/cbt/local-connections.html, last section of the topic).

Far not sure, but maybe the above will inspire you with some good ideas...

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    dsaner
    New Contributor
    7 years ago

    Yep, it's Selenium.  I've been playing around with some of the ideas mentioned in your links.  I think I should be able to use the file:/// method to get a workaround going.  Thanks for the input!

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      AlexKaras
      Champion Level 3
      7 years ago

      Fingers crossed :)

       

      If you don't mind, I'll appreciate it if you update this thread with the results (either positive or not) for the benefit of others...