Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Karate DSL – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
An open-source framework combining API test automation, mocks, performance, and UI in a single Gherkin-based DSL.
In simple words
A Gherkin-based framework that tests APIs, mocks, and performance from one tool.
Exam tip
Karate needs no Java code for API tests — pure Gherkin plus JSON matchers.
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