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Month: May 2017

Why to write tests

A big part of writing good automated tests is understanding why to write each test. While this seems obvious, people rarely think about it.  When I write a test, I make sure that it achieves at least one of the following goals:

  1. Verify that the product meets the business requirements
  2. Give cover for future change
  3. Document intent

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Author Kevin HickeyPosted on 05.09.201701.04.2018Categories Software Development, Testing

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