e2e-develop-guide

To implement and register new E2E test behaviors in Go, you extend LoongCollector's BDD testing framework by writing Given/When/Then scenario functions and registering them through the Go-based registration workflows. This ensures consistent integration with the end-to-end testing architecture.

The LoongCollector E2E testing framework architecture provides a comprehensive overview of its components, engine constructs, and feature files. It defines how behavior functions interact with multi-environment testing capabilities to validate end-to-end quality across different deployment scenarios.

Yes, extending LoongCollector E2E tests requires familiarity with Go-based scenario registration processes and BDD patterns. You must understand engine constructs and feature files to properly design and implement new custom plugin tests within the framework.

To set up a local E2E environment for LoongCollector plugin testing, follow the development guide to configure the testing framework and its multi-environment capabilities. This local setup enables you to begin implementing new test behaviors consistently.

Use the LoongCollector E2E framework when adding custom plugin tests or extending coverage to validate end-to-end quality across multi-environment scenarios. It is specifically designed for BDD-style behavior validation rather than isolated code unit testing.

LoongCollector provides comprehensive references to existing testing capabilities and example scenarios, including multi-environment testing support. These references guide engineers in designing and implementing new tests consistently within the E2E architecture.