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Testing API Routes

Explore how to test API routes in Next.js applications using Cypress. Understand how to send different HTTP methods, validate JSON responses, and assert status codes to ensure your API behaves correctly.

Testing pages vs. API routes

Cypress is commonly used for testing regular web pages, but it is also capable of testing API routes. It provides features specifically designed for API testing, making it easier and more effective. However, there are a few differences to consider when testing API routes compared to testing pages.

Request methods

API routes respond to ...