tdd

Guide users through the red-green-refactor cycle for test-driven development.

1|Updated Feb 1, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/safzanpirani/pi-config --skill tdd-safzanpirani
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Skill: tdd
Source: https://github.com/safzanpirani/pi-config/tree/main/skills/tdd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/safzanpirani/pi-config --skill tdd-safzanpirani

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users implement test-driven development (TDD) practices, ensuring code quality and functionality through a structured red-green-refactor loop.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Test-Driven Development Support: Guides users through the TDD process, including writing tests first, then writing code to pass those tests.
  • Red-Green-Refactor Loop: Encourages a cycle of writing failing tests (RED), writing code to pass the tests (GREEN), and refactoring code for maintainability (REFACTOR).
  • Use Case: A developer wants to implement a new feature or fix a bug and prefers to use TDD to ensure code quality and reliability.

Quick Start

Run the 'tdd' skill to begin the TDD process for your current task.

Frequently Asked Questions about tdd

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

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How do I implement test-driven development in my software project?

Test-driven development is implemented by guiding users through the red-green-refactor cycle: writing failing tests first, writing code to pass those tests, and then refactoring for maintainability to ensure software reliability.

What is the red-green-refactor loop in TDD?

The red-green-refactor loop in TDD is a development cycle where you write a failing test (RED), implement the minimum code to make it pass (GREEN), and then refactor the code for better maintainability without changing its behavior.

Do I need prior experience to start using test-driven development practices?

Yes, using this test-driven development workflow requires a basic understanding of TDD principles and practices to effectively follow the structured red-green-refactor loop and ensure critical code quality and test coverage.

When should I use TDD instead of writing tests after my code?

You should use TDD when developing new features or fixing bugs in software projects where code quality and test coverage are critical, ensuring functionality and reliability through a structured test-first approach.

Can I use TDD workflows for fixing existing bugs in my codebase?

Yes, you can use TDD workflows for bug fixes by writing a failing test that reproduces the bug, writing code to pass the test, and refactoring to ensure the software maintains high code quality and reliability.