improve-rust-tests

Audit Rust test suites and implement prioritized improvements with verification gates.

1|1|Updated Apr 24, 2026
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Skill: improve-rust-tests
Source: https://github.com/luan/agents/tree/main/skills/improve-rust-tests
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/luan/agents --skill improve-rust-tests

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Rust test suites often drift into unclear coverage, brittle assertions, and missing invariants, making regressions harder to detect and trust harder to build.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Wide, evidence-grounded test review: Evaluates placement, coverage shape, readability, and fit to Rust testing guidance rather than adding tests for their own sake.
  • Candidate-first improvement planning: Surfaces substantial change options (files, problems, proposed changes, tooling, and verification) before editing.
  • TDD-aligned execution and refactoring: Builds or refactors tests vertically for targeted behaviors, then cleans up redundant or misleading tests.

Quick Start

Use the improve-rust-tests skill to audit your Rust project’s existing unit/integration/doctest/property tests, propose a prioritized set of improvements, and implement the changes that best strengthen behavior coverage and invariants.

Frequently Asked Questions about improve-rust-tests

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

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How do I improve Rust test coverage and organize unit vs integration tests?

Rust test coverage improves by auditing test placement, coverage shape, and evidence quality. The skill evaluates existing tests against Rust testing guidance, proposes prioritized improvements, and reorganizes unit and integration tests vertically for targeted behaviors.

What is the best way to add property tests to an existing Rust project?

Adding property tests requires evaluating missing invariants in your current suite. The skill identifies where property testing strengthens behavior coverage, proposes specific changes before editing, and verifies the additions using final gates like nextest and clippy.

How does TDD-style test refactoring work for Rust test suites?

TDD-style test refactoring works by building or refactoring tests vertically for targeted behaviors, then cleaning up redundant or misleading tests. The skill aligns execution with TDD guidance and requires candidate listing before any edits are applied.

Can I use nextest and clippy to verify Rust test improvements?

Yes, nextest and clippy are used as final verification gates. The skill requires running these tools, along with fmt and doc tests when applicable, to ensure that test upgrades maintain code quality and pass all formatting and linting checks.

Why are my Rust tests brittle and how do I fix unclear coverage?

Rust tests become brittle due to drifted coverage and missing invariants. The skill fixes this by performing an evidence-grounded review of readability and fit, then upgrading assertions and test organization to make regressions easier to detect.

Do I need a baseline command run before upgrading my Rust tests?

Yes, a baseline command run is required. The skill mandates running a baseline, listing candidate improvements, and executing vertical behavior-focused test changes before applying final verification gates to ensure evidence-driven coverage.