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Mastering Unit Testing with Pytest
Gain insights into writing and executing tests with pytest. Learn about core concepts, organizing tests, assertions, fixtures, and achieving high test coverage to enhance software quality.
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36 Lessons
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- A comprehensive understanding of pytest and its application in software testing
- Proficiency in writing well-structured and effective tests using pytest
- Knowledge of strategies to achieve high test coverage and improve code quality
- Hands-on experience with test-driven development (TDD) and the red-green-refactor cycle
- The ability to integrate testing seamlessly into the software development workflow
- Familiarity with pytest’s core concepts, features, and extensive plugin ecosystem
Learning Roadmap
1.
Introduction
Introduction
Get familiar with mastering pytest, enhancing unit testing skills, and understanding its benefits.
2.
Pytest Framework
Pytest Framework
Get started with writing tests, asserting, handling exceptions, fixtures, decorators, parametrization, and configuring Pytest.
3.
Advanced Unit Testing Techniques
Advanced Unit Testing Techniques
7 Lessons
7 Lessons
Work your way through advanced unit testing techniques with Pytest, including mocking, plugins, hooks, and custom extensions.
4.
Test-Driven Development with Flask
Test-Driven Development with Flask
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Apply your skills to TDD with Flask, improving code quality, design, and testing efficiency.
5.
Different Types of Testing
Different Types of Testing
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Solve problems in database, UI, performance, and machine learning testing with pytest tools.
6.
Best Practices
Best Practices
7 Lessons
7 Lessons
Focus on enhancing test coverage, test automation, Docker integration, refactoring, debugging, and CI pipelines.
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
Welcome to the pytest course! This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively write and execute tests using pytest, a powerful testing framework for Python. Testing is crucial for software quality, and pytest is an essential tool in achieving that.
Throughout the course, you’ll gain a solid foundation in pytest fundamentals and its core concepts, features, and capabilities. You’ll learn how to write and organize tests, use powerful assertions, manage fixtures, and leverage the extensive plugin ecosystem. Additionally, you’ll discover techniques for achieving high test coverage, writing effective test cases, and improving code quality.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to write well-structured and effective tests using pytest, seamlessly integrate testing into your development workflow, and ensure high test coverage. This knowledge will not only make you a more proficient developer but also enhance your career prospects in the software development industry.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Rajesh Pardeshi
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