Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

YouTube

Writing Unit Tests Using PHPUnit

PHP UK Conference via YouTube

Overview

Explore unit testing in PHP with this comprehensive conference talk from PHP UK Conference 2013. Learn how to write effective unit tests using PHPUnit, overcome common challenges, and apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles. Discover techniques for handling code dependencies, database interactions, and email functionality in your tests. Gain insights on convincing stakeholders of the long-term benefits of unit testing. Follow along with hands-on examples and practical advice for writing reliable, reusable tests for real-world applications. Access accompanying slides for additional reference and reinforce your understanding of key concepts such as dependency injection, testing private methods, and the CREP index.

Syllabus

Introduction
Overview
Why is unit testing important
Writing the first unit test
Creating a folder for unit tests
Writing unit tests
Writing complex unit tests
The essence of unit testing
Dependency injection
Dependency containers
Writing testable code
Voodoo
Testing Private Methods
Warning Sign
Database Tests
Testdriven development
Fixing bugs
What to test
CREP index
Conclusion

Taught by

PHP UK Conference

Reviews

Start your review of Writing Unit Tests Using PHPUnit

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.