bupkis-assertion-patterns

Automate Bupkis assertion validation for TypeScript and JavaScript objects.

2|Updated Nov 11, 2025
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Skill: bupkis-assertion-patterns
Source: https://github.com/boneskull/claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/bupkis/skills/bupkis-assertion-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/boneskull/claude-plugins --skill bupkis-assertion-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Patterns for writing idiomatic Bupkis assertions that express intent, improve readability, and give better error messages by leveraging semantic checks and object structure validation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic assertions using natural language phrases (e.g., to have property, to satisfy) for clearer tests
  • Nested structure validation with expect.it() for precise type and value checks
  • End-to-end patterns for common testing scenarios, including arrays, objects, and promises

Quick Start

Provide a minimal example showing a to-satisfy pattern for a user object with nested fields using expect.it().

Frequently Asked Questions about bupkis-assertion-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write idiomatic Bupkis assertions for nested TypeScript objects?

Use the `to satisfy` pattern with `expect.it()` to validate nested TypeScript objects in Bupkis. This approach checks property contracts and nested structures semantically, ensuring clear intent and precise type validation without deep manual property access.

Can I use Bupkis to validate Promise-based results in JavaScript unit tests?

Yes, Bupkis supports validating Promise-based results in JavaScript unit tests. You can apply assertion patterns like `to satisfy` to verify resolved values of Promises, ensuring asynchronous frontend and backend testing scenarios are fully covered.

What is the difference between to satisfy and to have property in Bupkis testing patterns?

`to satisfy` checks broader semantic contracts and object structures, while `to have property` verifies the existence of specific keys. Bupkis uses these natural language phrases to express different levels of testing intent, allowing for both targeted checks and comprehensive structural validation.

Does Bupkis work with frontend and backend JavaScript testing environments?

Bupkis works with both frontend and backend JavaScript testing environments. It automates robust assertion validation for TypeScript and JavaScript objects across these platforms, supporting common unit testing scenarios including nested structures and arrays.

How do I validate arrays and complex object structures using Bupkis?

Validate arrays and complex object structures in Bupkis by applying the `to satisfy` pattern with `expect.it()` for nested checks. This method allows you to enforce precise property contracts and type constraints deeply within arrays and objects for better error messages.