Appium TDD Framework – Part 2 Complete Setup Guide (Java, Android Studio, Maven, Appium)

By Bhau Automation Lab • Build Mobile Automation Framework from Scratch 🚀

🎯 What You Will Learn in This Video

• How to install Java JDK for Appium Automation
• Appium Server complete setup
• Android Studio and Emulator configuration
• How to create Maven automation project
• TestNG setup for mobile automation
• Appium Inspector overview and usage

📌 What is Appium TDD Framework?

The Appium TDD Framework is a structured approach to mobile automation where test cases are designed based on Test Driven Development principles. This framework improves code quality, reusability, and maintainability.

In this Part 2 tutorial, we focus on installing and configuring all required tools to build a strong automation foundation.

⚙ Tools Required for Appium TDD Framework

• Java Development Kit (JDK)
• Eclipse IDE / IntelliJ IDEA
• Appium Server
• Node.js
• Android Studio
• Maven
• TestNG
• Appium Inspector

☕ Step 1: Install Java JDK

Java is the backbone of Appium automation. Install JDK and configure JAVA_HOME properly.

java -version
javac -version

📱 Step 2: Appium Server Setup

Install Appium using Node.js and verify installation.

npm install -g appium
appium -v

🤖 Step 3: Android Studio & Emulator Setup

• Install Android Studio
• Configure SDK Manager
• Create Virtual Device (AVD)
• Start Android Emulator

Android Studio provides SDK, emulator, and platform tools required for Appium testing.

📦 Step 4: Create Maven Project

File → New → Maven Project → Select Archetype → Finish

Maven helps manage dependencies and project structure efficiently.

🧪 Step 5: Add TestNG Dependency

    org.testng
    testng
    7.9.0
    test

🔍 Step 6: Appium Inspector Overview

Appium Inspector helps you inspect mobile elements and generate locators easily.

• Connect real device or emulator
• Start Appium server
• Launch Inspector
• Capture elements and XPath

🏢 Real-World Use Cases

• Enterprise mobile automation frameworks
• Android app regression testing
• CI/CD mobile testing pipelines
• Cross-device testing
• Scalable automation projects

👨‍💻 Who Should Follow This Series?

• QA Engineers
• Mobile Automation Testers
• Appium Beginners
• Java Automation Developers
• Test Automation Architects

🎥 Watch Full Video Tutorial

👉 Appium TDD Framework Part 2 – Complete Setup Video

✅ Key Takeaways

• Strong setup = Strong automation framework
• All tools must be configured properly
• Maven + TestNG are core for framework design
• Android Studio is essential for mobile testing
• Appium Inspector boosts productivity

⚡ Pro Tip: Always verify environment variables after installing JDK and Android Studio to avoid runtime errors.

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