tdd

Guide users through the RED, GREEN, REFACTOR test-driven development workflow.

Updated Apr 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/softbreezee/claw-os --skill tdd-softbreezee
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tdd
Source: https://github.com/softbreezee/claw-os/tree/main/integrated_skills/workflow/tdd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/softbreezee/claw-os --skill tdd-softbreezee

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines the adoption and execution of test-driven development by providing a clear, repeatable workflow that teams can follow to write tests before coding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Red-Green-Refactor workflow: structure for writing a failing test, making it pass, and refining code.
  • Guided, discipline-first approach: helps teams maintain code quality and consistent practices.
  • Team learning and onboarding: accelerates onboarding of new developers to TDD processes.

Quick Start

Please guide me through implementing a new feature using a TDD cycle.

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 a feature using test-driven development?

Test-driven development implements features by guiding you through a structured RED, GREEN, REFACTOR workflow. You write a failing unit test first, create minimal code to pass it, and systematically refactor to maintain code quality and incremental coding discipline.

What is the red-green-refactor workflow in unit testing?

The red-green-refactor workflow is a test-first development process. Red means writing a failing test, green means implementing minimal code to make the test pass, and refactor means improving the code structure without changing its behavior to ensure high code quality.

How do I keep my team disciplined when writing unit tests before code?

Maintaining unit tests before code requires a discipline-first approach with a clear, repeatable workflow. Following structured test-first development steps ensures consistent practices, reduces ambiguity, and accelerates team onboarding to systematic refactoring processes.

When should I use test-first development for my software workflow?

Test-first development is used when your software workflow requires incremental coding, systematic refactoring, and high code quality. It solves the problem of ambiguous processes by providing clear, repeatable steps for writing tests before implementing features.

Can I use this for onboarding new developers to testing workflows?

Yes, this testing workflow accelerates team onboarding for new developers. It provides a clear, repeatable process for test-first development, helping new team members quickly learn and adopt disciplined unit testing and refactoring practices.