I have extensive experience with various automation frameworks such as Selenium, Puppeteer, and Cucumber. I've utilized these tools to develop robust automation scripts for web applications, ensuring high coverage and efficient test execution. My approach involves integrating these frameworks with CI/CD pipelines to facilitate continuous testing and immediate feedback on code changes.

I prioritize writing clean, modular, and well-documented code. By following best practices such as using page object models and dependency injection, I ensure that my scripts are easy to maintain and update. Additionally, I regularly refactor and optimize existing scripts to adapt to changing requirements and improve their reliability.

Handling dynamic elements involves using robust locators and waiting strategies. I prefer using CSS selectors and XPaths that are less likely to change, and I implement explicit waits to handle elements that load asynchronously. This approach ensures that my automation scripts are resilient to UI changes and can handle dynamic content effectively.

I advocate for early integration of automation into the SDLC. By collaborating closely with developers and QA teams from the initial stages, I ensure that automation scripts are aligned with development milestones. This includes setting up automated regression tests in CI/CD pipelines to catch issues early and facilitate faster delivery cycles.

In a previous project, I faced challenges with integrating multiple automation frameworks for a complex web application. I overcame this by creating a unified automation architecture that leveraged the strengths of each framework. This involved developing a custom orchestration layer and implementing a modular test design, which significantly improved the efficiency and maintainability of the automation suite.