How can I test async operations in Vue with Cypress?

How can I test async operations in Vue with Cypress?

You can test async operations in Vue using Cypress by utilizing commands like cy.wait() and cy.intercept(). This allows you to simulate network requests and wait for responses.

Can you give me an example of how to use cy.intercept()?

Sure! You can use cy.intercept() to mock API responses. For example:

cy.intercept('GET', '/api/data', { fixture: 'data.json' }).as('getData');
cy.visit('/your-page');
cy.wait('@getData');

This will intercept the GET request and return the data from data.json.

What about testing loading states?

To test loading states, you can check for elements that indicate loading, like spinners. Use cy.get() to assert their visibility before and after the async operation.

Is there a way to handle timeouts in Cypress?

Yes, you can set timeouts in Cypress using the timeout option in commands like cy.wait() or globally in your Cypress configuration.