tdd

To implement test-driven development, you write a failing test first, write the minimum code to pass it, and then refactor. This Skill guides you through that red-green-refactor loop to ensure high code quality for new application features.

The red-green-refactor loop in test-first development is a cycle where you write a failing test (RED), implement code to make it pass (GREEN), and then clean up the code (REFACTOR). This Skill walks you through each phase of this process.

Writing integration tests that verify behavior through public interfaces is promoted by this Skill as part of test-driven development. It guides you to structure tests around external interactions rather than internal implementation details.

Yes, using test-driven development requires existing knowledge of software testing principles and practices. This Skill applies those foundations to guide you through the test-first development cycle for your feature implementation.

You should use test-driven development practices when you want to ensure software quality through test-first development. It is applicable in software development scenarios where you are adding new features and need verified code quality.