It’s been an exciting few months since we launched is-it.io in June. Today, we’re rolling out our first big update! 🚀 This release focuses on speed, flexibility, and usability, making your tests faster, easier to manage, and more insightful. Here’s what’s new:
Get instant page test results
Previously, updating a single page meant waiting for a full site test to finish before seeing results. That often slowed down development, especially when working on multiple pages. Now, only the tests related to the updated page are executed. For example, if you update your homepage banner or tweak a blog post layout, the system immediately runs the relevant tests and shows whether everything still works. This quick feedback loop helps teams catch issues early and iterate faster without waiting for a complete site test.
Check your SEO basics
SEO is critical for website visibility, but it’s easy to overlook fundamental best practices. Our new SEO checks help ensure your pages are search-ready. Imagine you just published a new product page, the system will now alert you if the meta description is missing or too long, or if a key title tag is missing. By catching these issues early, you can avoid SEO pitfalls and give each page the best chance to rank well in search engines.
Set custom thresholds
Not every issue requires immediate attention. With the new threshold options, you can define limits for Web Vitals scores, accessibility, and SEO issues. For instance, if your team is aware of minor accessibility issues but can’t fix them right away, you can set a temporary threshold so future tests still pass while prioritizing critical fixes. This flexibility helps teams manage workload and maintain progress without being overwhelmed by minor warnings, keeping your project on track.
Run tests faster with Playwright
We’ve upgraded our testing framework from Cypress to Playwright, cutting execution time nearly in half. For example, a test story that used to take 10 minutes can now finish in just 5, thanks to Playwright’s modern async architecture. It also reduces flaky tests, making results more reliable. Additionally, you can now simulate real user actions, like filling out forms or clicking buttons, to catch complex behavior changes that might have gone unnoticed before. This means you can trust your tests to reflect real-world usage more accurately.
Switch to dark mode
Dark mode isn’t just a trend, it’s a practical feature that reduces eye strain. Now, whether you’re reviewing test results late at night or working in a dimly lit office, you can switch the platform to dark mode. For example, logging in to check test runs at 10 PM is now easier on the eyes, and switching between light and dark modes is seamless and immediate. This update makes the platform more comfortable for prolonged use.
Access the API with tokens
The is-it.io API is now publicly available, allowing developers to automate workflows and integrate tests with other tools. For example, you could schedule daily test runs, pull test results for reporting dashboards, or integrate automated alerts into your Slack workspace. With bearer authentication and full token management directly in the platform, it’s easier than ever to securely extend the platform’s capabilities to match your workflow and reduce manual effort.
We’re thrilled to bring these improvements to you and can’t wait to see how they make your workflow faster, smoother, and more efficient. Try out the new features, explore the API, and share your feedback, more updates are coming soon! 🎉