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cy.prompt() vs. MCP agents: AI Designed for Testing, Not Just Tasks

AI is already reshaping how teams approach end-to-end testing, and MCP (Model Context Protocol) agents have quickly become a popular way to let large language models drive browsers. Many of you have asked if Cypress will release an MCP agent of our own. The short answer: we're not ruling it out. But our first step into AI needed to stay true to the Cypress philosophy of making testing easier. That’s why we’re building cy.prompt, not as a general-purpose agent, but as a specialized command design Read more
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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

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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

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Elevating Your Tests: A Cypress-Selenium Comparison

In the realm of automated testing, the choice between Cypress and Selenium is a pivotal decision that can significantly impact the efficiency and reliability of your testing processes. Let's embark on a journey through the key differentiators of these two frameworks, offering insights to guide you in making an informed choice tailored to your project's needs. Test Execution Speed Cypress takes a bold approach, operating directly within the web browser. This not only ensures faster test execut

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[Update] Why Cypress decided to block Currents.dev and Sorry Cypress

TL;DR * Cypress introduced targeted blocking for projects and other libraries relying on the 3rd party NPM module: cypress-cloud in v13 and, as of today, v12. * The decision to implement blocking was a final measure, taken only after sincere and dedicated attempts spanning multiple months to explore and exhaust alternative options. * Our actions are in response to a multi-year pattern of behavior from Sorry-Cypress and Currents.dev, who inappropriately leveraged our brand and products to cr

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Exciting News: Cypress Cloud Plan User Limits Increased to 50! 🎉

At Cypress, we understand that the key to successful software development is equipping developers with the tools and resources they need. As we focus more on redefining pre-production app quality and supporting test-forward culture, it’s never been more important to enable our Cypress Cloud users to scale quicker adoption of test automation throughout your organization. We heard your feedback: more users + more test coverage = less costly production bugs! That's why we're thrilled to announce a

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Configure retry thresholds with our new experimental feature

In the dynamic world of software testing, the importance of ensuring the reliability of your end-to-end (E2E) tests cannot be overstated. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a new experiment allowing you to configure thresholds for test retries! Context: What’s a retry? End-to-end (E2E) tests are indispensable for evaluating complex systems, but they can encounter unpredictable conditions that make them unreliable, causing sporadic failures called “test flake”. Flaky tests are those which s

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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

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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

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New for Cypress Cloud: Enhance PR Review Efficiency with Branch Review

Cypress Cloud users can now analyze changes to their test suite using a before-and-after view of changes made by each pull request, so they can swiftly pinpoint the differences, streamline review cycles, and prevent regressions. We're excited to introduce Branch Review, Cypress Cloud's latest feature that will enable Github-integrated developers and QA engineers to understand the impact of their current branch’s code changes on their test suite. This release aims to increase the speed and accur

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