This article gives an overview of what’s new in WebDriver BiDi in 2023.
The article discusses the new developments in WebDriver BiDi in 2023, which is a browser automation protocol established as a W3C standard, utilized by ChromeDriver, GeckoDriver, and WebKitDriver. It contrasts WebDriver with the Chrome DevTools Protocol (CDP), highlighting the interoperability and efficiency differences. WebDriver BiDi aims to enhance standards, implement Web Platform Tests, and cater to developer needs with features like logging support. It provides examples of use cases and code implementations for testing webpage functionalities. The ongoing development of WebDriver BiDi involves collaboration with browser vendors and industry stakeholders. The article stresses the importance of community involvement in testing, spreading awareness, and contributing to the protocol's advancement through early adoption, social media sharing, requesting support, and participating in discussions.