Explain how one tool can handle both UI and API testing, making the student a "Full-Stack Tester"
Testing Beyond the Browser: API Testing with Playwright Modern web applications rely heavily on APIs to communicate between the front-end and back-end. Every time you log in, fetch data, or submit a form, an API call happens behind the scenes. That’s why modern testers must go beyond UI testing and verify the API layer as well. One powerful tool helping students and professionals do both is Playwright . Instead of learning separate tools for UI testing and API testing, Playwright allows you to automate browser actions and API requests in the same framework, helping learners become Full-Stack Testers. Why Playwright Matters for Students Playwright is one of the fastest-growing testing frameworks today. In early 2026 it surpassed 33 million weekly npm downloads, growing more than 3,000% since 2021, making it one of the most widely adopted automation tools. The global test automation market was valued at about $35.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $169 billion by 2034, show...