How do I set up Cypress for my MERN stack application?

How do I set up Cypress for my MERN stack application?

To set up Cypress for your MERN stack, first install it using npm with the command: npm install cypress --save-dev.

What configuration do I need to do after installation?

After installation, you can open Cypress with npx cypress open, which will create a default configuration file in the cypress folder.

Can you guide me on writing my first test?

Sure! Create a new file in the cypress/integration folder, and write a simple test like this: describe('My First Test', () => { it('Visits the app', () => { cy.visit('http://localhost:3000'); }); });.

How do I run the tests?

You can run the tests by using the Cypress Test Runner that opens when you run npx cypress open, or you can run them headlessly with npx cypress run.