System Testing with Pytest, Docker, and Flask

Explore advanced system testing techniques using Pytest, Docker, and Flask in this informative EuroPython 2018 conference talk. Learn how to leverage the composability of Pytest fixtures combined with Docker to create high-level integration tests for microservices and complex systems. Discover methods for embedding mock web services using Flask directly into test code. Follow along as the speaker demonstrates these concepts using a sample Java application, showcasing how to spin up the application and its dependencies in Docker for comprehensive system testing. Gain insights into mocking external dependencies with Flask and implementing WSGI middleware for inspecting service interactions. Understand how to build custom support code tailored to specific testing needs, all presented with a blend of practical examples, humor, and engaging storytelling.