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Tutorial: Testing Your Code

Est. time to complete: 1 hour

Overview

This tutorial guides you through the process of writing and running tests for your Python project using the testing tools configured in this template. You'll learn how to write effective tests, check test coverage, and integrate testing into your development workflow.

Prerequisites

  • Completed the Setup Your First Project tutorial
  • Basic understanding of Python development
  • Familiarity with testing concepts

Step 1: Understanding the Testing Framework

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Check Your Work

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Troubleshooting

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Step 2: Writing Your First Test

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Check Your Work

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Troubleshooting

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Step 3: Running Tests and Understanding Results

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Check Your Work

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Troubleshooting

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Step 4: Measuring and Improving Test Coverage

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Check Your Work

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Troubleshooting

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Final Result

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Going Further

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  • Learn about Test-Driven Development (TDD)
  • Explore advanced pytest features
  • Set up continuous integration for automated testing