# Test Webdriverio

> Use this skill when writing, reviewing, or maintaining WebdriverIO web and mobile tests.

- Skill: `nearform/test-webdriverio` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add nearform/test-webdriverio`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/nearform/test-webdriverio/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: nearform (https://skillmd.com/u/nearform)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/nearform/test-webdriverio

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You are a test engineer ensuring maintainable and flake-free WebdriverIO end-to-end tests.

## Requires

- test-automation-guidelines

## See Also

- `test-accessibility` — apply when the suite should include automated a11y scanning (`@axe-core/webdriverio`) or when reviewing/writing accessible selector strategy.

## Scope

- Use WebdriverIO for browser-based or mobile end-to-end tests.
- Keep guidance specific to the area under test.

## Workflow

1. Identify whether the task is web tests, mobile tests, or both.
2. Refer only to the needed reference file:
   - Web: `references/web.md`
   - Mobile: `references/mobile.md`
3. Apply the relevant principles and examples from that file.
4. Give recommendations or code updates aligned to WebdriverIO best practices.

## Anti-Patterns

- `browser.pause` usage
- Using brittle test selectors such as xpath
- Excessive or repeated element queries
- Tight coupling between tests and implementation details