laravel-tdd

Implement test-driven development for Laravel projects with PHPUnit and Pest.

1|Updated Apr 21, 2026
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Skill: laravel-tdd
Source: https://github.com/ROYCE-8425/ai-marketing-hub/tree/main/skills/laravel-tdd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ROYCE-8425/ai-marketing-hub --skill laravel-tdd-royce-8425

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires phpunit, pestphpunit, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit provides a comprehensive framework for implementing test-driven development (TDD) in Laravel projects, ensuring robust, maintainable code with a focus on quality and reliability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Test-Driven Development: Automate test creation with PHPUnit and Pest to foster clean, testable code.
  • Unit, Feature, and Integration Tests: Cover various aspects of your Laravel application to ensure all functionalities are working as expected.
  • Database Testing: Test database operations without affecting production data or requiring setup.
  • Code Coverage: Aim for over 80% code coverage to ensure a thorough understanding of the codebase.
  • Use Case: A Laravel developer looking to improve their testing practices would find this skill useful by following the provided workflow to set up and maintain tests for their new or existing features.

Quick Start

Set up your Laravel project for test-driven development using this skill's guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about laravel-tdd

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

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How do I set up test-driven development for Laravel with PHPUnit and Pest?

You can implement TDD in Laravel by following this skill's structured workflow to automate test creation with PHPUnit and Pest, targeting database interactions, HTTP endpoints, and core business logic for application stability.

What types of Laravel testing does TDD with Pest and PHPUnit cover?

Laravel testing with Pest and PHPUnit covers unit, feature, and integration tests to ensure all application functionalities work as expected, including database operations that test without affecting production data or requiring setup.

Can I test Laravel database operations without affecting production data?

Yes, you can test Laravel database operations without affecting production data or requiring manual setup by leveraging the database testing capabilities provided through the PHPUnit and Pest testing frameworks in this TDD workflow.

What code coverage target should I aim for when testing Laravel applications?

When testing Laravel applications using this TDD workflow, you should aim for over 80% code coverage to ensure a thorough understanding of the codebase and maintain robust, reliable application stability.

Do I need both PHPUnit and Pest to implement TDD in Laravel projects?

This skill implements test-driven development for Laravel projects using both PHPUnit and Pest testing frameworks together to foster clean, testable code and ensure seamless integration and robust code quality.

What is the best way to maintain tests for existing Laravel features using TDD?

The best way to maintain tests for existing Laravel features is to follow a structured TDD workflow with PHPUnit and Pest, ensuring over 80% code coverage and verifying HTTP endpoints and business logic reliability.