condition-based-waiting

Replace arbitrary timeouts with condition-based waiting that polls for actual state changes. Instead of fixed `setTimeout` or `sleep` calls, use dynamic polling to wait for the precise condition you need, eliminating inconsistent pass/fail behavior across environments and loads.

Condition-based waiting polls for real conditions rather than guessing at completion time. Fixed delays can miss asynchronous operations or wait longer than necessary, while polling detects the exact moment your condition is true, removing race conditions and flakiness.

Use event-based waiting helpers like `waitForEvent`, `waitForEventCount`, or `waitForEventMatch` to poll for specific events within a timeout. These specialized variants replace sleep calls and detect when events occur, making tests reliable across varying system loads.

Yes. Condition polling with short intervals (default 10ms) and backoff strategies works for any test with timing dependencies or asynchronous behavior. It replaces guesswork about completion time with actual state verification, preventing flaky results.

Check that your condition accurately reflects the state you need. When events are available, prefer native async patterns or event-based waiting over polling. Verify your timeout is sufficient and your polling condition will eventually become true under normal operation.