Write Go tests using table-driven tests, subtests, benchmarks, and fuzzing.
npx skills add https://github.com/yandy-r/claude-plugins --skill go-testing-yandy-r
Please help me install this Agent Skill. Skill: go-testing Source: https://github.com/yandy-r/claude-plugins/tree/main/.cursor-plugin/skills/go-testing Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yandy-r/claude-plugins --skill go-testing-yandy-r
This Skill helps developers design, implement, and maintain reliable Go tests by applying established testing patterns and a disciplined TDD workflow.
Start by writing a failing Go test for a small function, then incrementally implement the function to pass tests and refactor for clarity.
High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.
Table-driven tests in Go use a struct slice to define input scenarios and expected results, iterating through them to execute concise test code. You can combine them with t.Run for readable subtests and parallel execution to maximize coverage.
Structuring Go test suites involves using t.Run for subtests, t.Helper for test helpers, and t.Cleanup for resource teardown. These patterns ensure your test code remains readable, maintainable, and properly organized across complex scenarios.
Yes, Go 1.18 fuzzing integrates with established testing patterns to evaluate resilience. You can run fuzz tests alongside table-driven tests and benchmarks to detect unexpected panics and edge-case failures within your test suite.
Benchmarking Go functions uses the testing.B type to measure performance. You can baseline outputs using golden files, comparing actual results against saved expected files to detect regressions in output data across refactoring.
Yes, httptest provides utilities for HTTP testing by simulating server responses and client requests. You can use it alongside mocks to isolate dependencies and verify HTTP handler behavior in Go without requiring real network connections.
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