tdd-pair

Guide collaborative Test-Driven Development through RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycles.

2|Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/michaelalber/ai-toolkit --skill tdd-pair
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Skill: tdd-pair
Source: https://github.com/michaelalber/ai-toolkit/tree/main/skills/tdd-pair
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/michaelalber/ai-toolkit --skill tdd-pair

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill facilitates collaborative Test-Driven Development (TDD) by acting as an AI pair programmer, helping you and the AI work together effectively to write better code faster.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Role-Based Collaboration: Engage in Ping-Pong TDD, Navigator Mode, or Teaching Mode with the AI.
  • Guided TDD Cycles: The AI assists in writing tests (RED), implementing code (GREEN), and refactoring (REFACTOR) while maintaining TDD discipline.
  • Use Case: You're learning TDD and want to practice the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle. You can choose Ping-Pong mode, where the AI writes a failing test, you implement it, and then you write the next test, fostering shared understanding and skill development.

Quick Start

Initiate a TDD pair session by selecting your preferred collaboration mode.

Frequently Asked Questions about tdd-pair

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

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What is AI pair programming for Test-Driven Development?

You can practice TDD with an AI assistant using interaction modes like Ping-Pong, Navigator, and Teaching. These modes guide you through the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle, enforcing TDD discipline while adapting to your preferred learning and working style.

How do I do Test-Driven Development with an AI assistant?

To do Test-Driven Development with an AI assistant, initiate a TDD pair session by selecting your preferred collaboration mode. The AI will help you write failing tests, implement code to pass them, and refactor while maintaining TDD discipline throughout the cycle.

Can I use Ping-Pong TDD with an AI collaborator?

Yes, you can use Ping-Pong TDD with an AI collaborator. In this mode, the AI writes a failing test that you implement, and then you write the next test, fostering shared understanding and skill development while adhering to strict role clarity protocols.

Does Test-Driven Development with an AI require specific frameworks?

Test-Driven Development with an AI does not require specific testing frameworks or dependencies. The Skill operates independently to enforce TDD principles and guide the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle, adapting to your existing technology stack without external module requirements.

What are the limitations of using an AI assistant for TDD?

A key limitation of using an AI assistant for TDD is the strict adherence required to human agency protocols and role clarity. The AI facilitates the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle and suggests code, but you must maintain final decision-making authority over the implementation.