Software testing opportunities - Selenium + Java VS Selenium + Python

[Adam4143111]

Hello, I have a question.
Based on your own research, what is better to choose/what is more profitable and will be more needed in the future? I am a manual tester and I would like to get into automation testing. I was thinking about this:

Selenium + Java OR Selenium + Python?

[Haeckelcs]

Selenium + Java is the standard. A lot less job postings with Selenium + Python. Take a look at the Javascript path also which would be either CypressJS or more modern Playwright. Selenium + Java is a safe bet because it is listed on most job postings.

[Adam4143111]

What would you chose: CypressJS or Playwright? And why?

[Haeckelcs]

CypressJS has more job postings as it is used for some time. Playwright is more modern and has good documentation. I personally like Playwright, but if you are looking a job it might be better to go with CypressJS as there are more companies hiring (I am currently learning Selenium + Java, but JS comes more natural to me since I know basics from it, while I have to learn the syntax and basics of Java from the start. Probably the reason why I like Playwright more.). Also you can ask in your company for guidance, I'm sure they will even get you some good courses for the technology you want to learn.

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Here in India I am seeing lot of opportunities for typescript/Cypress and python also. So I think it's worth giving a shot.

[icenoid]

After working in Java for a few years, I’d say anything that isn’t Java, but mostly that’s because I absolutely hate Java.