--- title: "cy.blog()" url: "https://www.cypress.io/blog/tag/community" description: "Browse every Cypress blog post tagged Community, newest first, with articles from the Cypress team and community." --- # cy.blog() Releases, AI-assisted testing, and quality guides from the Cypress team. See what changed, whether it affects you, and how teams ship with confidence. [See all posts in category 'Community'](/blog/category/Community) ## Posts marked with tag community [See you at Automation Guild 25! Cypress is proud to sponsor Automation Guild 25 (coming up on February 10-14), a 5-day online event intended to keep testers and developers up to speed on the fast-moving test automation space. The biggest topic of the year is undoubtedly the relationship between AI and test automation, and you’ll find lots of talks on this topic there. If you are looking for our take on this topic you can check out our recent webinar to learn all about AI-powered Test Generation in UI Coverage and Cypress Stu Read more](/blog/see-you-at-automation-guild-25) [Insights from CypressConf 2024: Shifting to the Future CypressConf 2024 delivered on its promise to inspire and empower the testing community. Packed with exciting product announcements, insightful sessions, and actionable strategies, the two-day virtual event explored what’s next for software testing and how Cypress continues to lead the way. Here’s a look at the key highlights and takeaways from this year’s event. Announcements: UI Coverage and Cypress Accessibility During the Founder session, Brian Mann, Founder of Cypress.io, and Peter Stakou Read more](/blog/insights-from-cypressconf-2024) [What We Learned at VueConf USA 2024 Our very own Jordan Powell attended VueConf USA 2024 in New Orleans, marking his first time in the city and his first time speaking at the conference. Here's what he learned from this incredible experience: Advancements in AI and Testing Jordan delivered a talk titled "AI and the Future of Testing," exploring AI and Testing from a philosophical perspective. He discussed Cypress’s testing philosophy and its implications for generative AI in testing, demonstrating three examples of using genera Read more](/blog/what-we-learned-at-vueconf-usa-2024) [Webinar Recap: Unlocking Testing Stability – Strategies and Tools for Handling Flakiness In a recent webinar, David Ingraham, a seasoned Senior SDET at Matium and Cypress ambassador, talked about the perplexing issue of test flakiness in software development and testing and provided an in-depth strategy for tackling test flakiness. Below we’ll drive into the comprehensive approach shared during the session. 1. Understanding the Causes Effective flakiness mitigation starts with a clear understanding of the factors influencing test outcomes. Common culprits include tool misuse, env Read more](/blog/webinar-recap-unlocking-testing-stability-strategies-and-tools-for-handling-flakiness) [Submit Your Proposal for CypressConf 2024 by April 17th Welcome, test automation leaders, to CypressConf 2024! As we gear up for another year of pushing the boundaries in test automation, we're calling upon you to share your groundbreaking ideas, revolutionary approaches, and latest advancements in the field. Join us in shaping the future of test automation by submitting your Call for Proposals (CFP) for CypressConf 2024! Why Submit a CFP? * Share Your Expertise: Do you have firsthand experience implementing test automation solutions? Share your Read more](/blog/cypressconf-2024-cfp) [Webinar Recap: Using Cypress and GitHub Actions to Build an Automation Pipeline This week we were joined by Carter Capocaccia, Senior Engineering Manager of Quality Automation at Hilton, for an illuminating webinar where the he demystified the intricacies of setting up CICD workflows and integrating quality automation, using GitHub Actions, Cypress, and Vercel. Here are the top five takeaways from that insightful session: 1. Understanding CI/CD: The Foundation of Quality Automation Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) form the backbone of efficient de Read more](/blog/webinar-recap) [Upcoming Webinar: Using Cypress and Github Actions to Build an Automation Pipeline Thorough testing is the backbone of quality software development, but structuring your testing pipeline efficiently can be a daunting task. Join us for our Customer Spotlight webinar series, where we shine a light on developers and QA engineers leading the charge in testing innovation within their organizations. Revolutionize Your Testing Process with Automated CI/CD In this webinar, we'll explore the dynamic duo of Cypress and GitHub Actions, unlocking the potential for an automated CI/CD pi Read more](/blog/upcoming-webinar) [Webinar Recap: Cypress & Azure DevOps Recently, we were joined by Ivan Xue, Staff Software Engineer in Test at Prospa and automation aficionado, to discuss how Prospa built seamless test automation with Cypress and Azure DevOps. In this article, we’ve summarized the key takeaways from the webinar. The full recording is available on YouTube. Prospa’s tech stack Prospa is a financial technology company building cash flow products and services for the small business economy in AU & NZ. Prospa’s back-end is written in .Net, so they us Read more](/blog/how-prospa-built-seamless-test-automation-with-cypress-azure-devops) [Upcoming webinar: Learn how to build an efficient test pipeline with Cypress and Azure Thorough automated testing is critical for ensuring the quality of your application, but effectively structuring your test pipeline is no small feat. It involves seamlessly integrating your testing framework, handling dependencies, managing parallelization, and establishing consistent deployments across various environments to facilitate efficient, effective testing. We are excited to unveil our Customer Spotlight webinar series, where we highlight developers and QA engineers leading the testin Read more](/blog/webinar-fix-dates) [Reflecting on 2023: A Year in Review As we bid farewell to 2023, it's time to reflect on the incredible journey we've had this year at Cypress. Here are the highlights. A year of community engagement Events, conferences, and talks, oh my! At Front End Test Fest 2023, over 7000 registrants delved into the latest trends and innovations in frontend testing. Then, we had our first CypressConf 2023. This game-changing event brought together developers and QA professionals worldwide for visionary insights, best practices, and practi Read more](/blog/a-look-back-2023-in-review) [Embracing the Future of Testing in 2024: A Year-End Reflection and Look Ahead As we stand at the threshold of 2024, the testing community is poised for a year of innovation and evolution. In this year-end reflection, we explore the key pillars that will shape the testing landscape, emphasizing the crucial shift left, the building of robust testing cultures, and the overarching importance of holistic application quality. Shifting Left: The Imperative for Proactive Testing In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the strategy of "shifting left" has become Read more](/blog/embracing-the-future-of-testing-in-2024-a-year-end-reflection-and-look-ahead) [Cypress Conf 2023 Event Recap CypressConf 2023 was a game-changer! Our inaugural gathering of testing enthusiasts brought together thousands of software developers and quality engineering professionals from across the globe for a day of visionary thought leadership, best practice insights, and practical tips for effective automated testing. Attendees, whether seasoned Cypress users or newcomers to the field, found a marathon of sessions, networking opportunities, and vibrant community interactions. Let's dive into the top hi Read more](/blog/cypress-conf-2023-recap) [CypressConf 2023: Your Ultimate Guide CypressConf 2023 is just around the corner, and we want to make sure you're fully prepared for this exciting event! Here's everything you need to know before you go: Event Experience: * Leadership Board: Get ready to engage in the "Code Coverage" challenge and earn points by participating in various activities throughout the event. Your chance to win exclusive Cypress Swag awaits! * Speaker of the Night: The "Top Speaker" will be selected based on attendee votes at the end of the event. Your Read more](/blog/cypressconf-2023-your-ultimate-guide) [Guest Post: Creating Your Test Strategy This is a guest post from Ambassador Justin James. Hi, I'm Justin. I have been programming, designing, and testing web applications for over 20 years. I love to share my knowledge with others to help get you to your end goals faster. I am a frequent speaker at conferences, meetups and community events. I also own a company called Let Your Nerd Be Heard where we turn virtual events into extraordinary experiences that transform audiences and generate wealth. Follow me on my blog: https://digitald Read more](/blog/guest-post-creating-your-test-strategy) [Breaking Barriers: Women in Test Automation Just as testing plays an integral role in the software development process, women in testing play a crucial role in software teams. Their diverse perspectives, skill sets, and experiences are critical in delivering high-quality, inclusive, and innovative software. However, studies show that around 50% of women leave their tech career by the age of 35, compared to approximately 20% in other industries. So, how can we support women in testing? We asked some of our favorite women in testing for th Read more](/blog/women-in-testing-automation) [My journey to Cypress Hi, I'm Chris Baus. I am a Sr. Engineer Manager at Cypress currently working on Cypress 10 and our Component Testing offering. I joined Cypress about 4 months ago because I saw a need to improve not only the lives of Engineers writing tests, but also to provide better results for their managers Read more](/blog/my-journey-to-cypress) [Our year at Cypress, and what’s next for our team Here are some of the highlights of the past year at Cypress, as well as a sneak peek into what we have planned to make testing even better in 2021. Read more](/blog/our-year-at-cypress) [Guest Post: Testing Lists of Items We can start by testing a list with two items. In a situation where we test a couple of items, the testing flow can be pretty straightforward. In our first test, we use .get() to select our todo items and then .eq() to filter the item we want to work with. Read more](/blog/guest-post-testing-lists-of-items) [Guest Post: High Quality React apps with Nx & Cypress It all started with sprinkling some jQuery here and there to make our server-side rendered pages more dynamic and appealing. Since then we’ve come a long way. Read more](/blog/high-quality-react-apps-with-nx-cypress) [Leveling the playing field for a more inclusive developer experience Cypress as a company represents a lot of things I love about tech—the Test Runner is free and open source, we’re a distributed team, and I get to work with some incredibly smart people to make it easier for people to write and test better software. Read more](/blog/leveling-the-playing-field-for-a-more-inclusive-developer-experience) [Meet the 2020 Cypress Ambassadors Cypress Ambassadors are our community network of experts - sharing the benefits of testing with Cypress at events, conferences, meetups, and online. As 2020 begins, we want to take a moment to recognize them for their contributions and share how you can apply to be an Ambassador, too! Read more](/blog/meet-the-2020-cypress-ambassadors) [Building Integration Tests for Shopify Themes with Cypress This past June, Michael Shannon \[https://twitter.com/michaelrshannon\] (Co-Founder of Pixelcabin \[https://t.co/QxeeAZusFu?amp=1\]) gave an excellent talk at Shopify Unite—with a full overview of Pixelcabin's automated test integration suite using Cypress and TravisCI for Shopify themes. You can watch a recording of the talk below: Pixelcabin, which has been working with Shopify for seven years, focuses on solving complex problems across a broad range of merchants. They provide a combination of a Read more](/blog/building-integration-tests-for-shopify-themes-with-cypress) [Devoxx Belgium 2018 & Xebia Meetup November was another great month here at Cypress as the team spread out across multiple conferences to talk about end-to-end testing. I had the pleasure of giving a conference talk and a workshop at Devoxx Belgium. In between the hustle and bustle of Devoxx, I made a visit to the Xebia headquarters for a Cypress meetup. Devoxx Belgium Conference I arrived in Antwerp, Belgium the night before the start of the conference on November 12th. This was my first visit to Belgium, and I must s Read more](/blog/devoxx-belgium-2018-and-xebia-meetup) [ReactiveConf 2018 October 2018 was a great month for Cypress - we went out of Beta with our SaaS services, did a ton of work on the test runner and released v3.1.1, and I did ReactiveConf Roadshow and Conference tour. This blog post summarizes what I have done during the conference. If you could not attend the ReactiveConf 2018, you can still catch up with Cypress by reading. Meetups We have driven around Czech Republic with Matej Stratený and conducted 3 meetups dedicated to web application testing usin Read more](/blog/reactiveconf-2018) [Takeaways from Write the Docs + Open Help Cincinnati This weekend I attended Write the Docs + Open Help Cincinnati. Write the Docs + Open Help is an event that brings together documentation contributors to share and learn from one another. The weekend included a day of talks and day of unconference sessions and lightning talks. It also included three days of documentation sprints led by Open Help, which I was unable to attend. I work as the main contributor and maintainer of Cypress’ documentation. My background is in web design and more recently Read more](/blog/takeaways-from-write-the-docs-cincinnati) [Cypress is heading to Assert(js) The Cypress team is super excited to be heading to San Antonio on February 22 for the Assert(js) \[https://www.assertjs.com/\] conference. The Assert(js) Testing Conference is a one-day, single-track conference focused on helping JavaScript developers better understand and share best practices with JavaScript testing tools. Sounds like a great place for us to hang out with like minded developers. But we are not just going to hang out. Cypress CEO and founder Brian Mann \[https://twitter.com/be_ma Read more](/blog/cypress-is-heading-to-assert-js)