The Joy of Testing - Practical Techniques for Expressive and Effective Tests

Embark on a deep-dive into practical testing techniques and tricks with this comprehensive conference talk. Discover how to transform the often-tedious task of testing into an enjoyable and efficient process. Learn to write expressive tests with a higher signal/noise ratio through a variety of methods, including test structure and naming, mutation testing, ObjectMother, and Gherkin. Explore why assertEquals should be avoided and how to properly use nested fixtures and parameterized tests. Engage in an entertaining and interactive session that not only enhances your testing skills but also reignites your passion for this crucial aspect of software development. By the end of this 2-hour and 46-minute talk, gain valuable insights that will revolutionize your approach to writing, reading, and fixing tests, ultimately improving your overall coding efficiency.