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What is the main purpose of using cy.session() in Cypress tests?

easy📝 Conceptual Q11 of 15
Cypress - Authentication and Sessions
What is the main purpose of using cy.session() in Cypress tests?
ATo run tests in parallel
BTo clear cookies before each test
CTo cache user sessions and avoid repeated login steps
DTo generate random test data
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand what cy.session() does

    cy.session() caches login or setup steps so tests don't repeat them.
  2. Step 2: Identify the main benefit

    This caching speeds up tests by reusing sessions instead of logging in every time.
  3. Final Answer:

    To cache user sessions and avoid repeated login steps -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Session caching = Avoid repeated logins [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember: cy.session() saves login to speed tests [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking it clears cookies instead of caching sessions
  • Confusing it with parallel test execution
  • Assuming it generates test data

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