tdd-with-claude

To enforce test-driven development workflows in AI-assisted coding, this Skill guides you through explicit red-green-refactor cycles, ensuring you write failing tests first, implement minimal code, and then refactor systematically for reliable code.

The red-green-refactor cycle in feature development means writing a failing test first, creating the minimal implementation to pass that test, and then refactoring the code to improve its structure while maintaining test coverage.

You can implement a feature step-by-step by asking Claude to apply TDD methodology, which provides structured workflow guidance, prompt templates, and strategic advice to ensure your feature has robust test coverage systematically.

Yes, you can use this TDD workflow for refactoring existing code, as it includes advanced testing strategies and technique guidance to maintain development discipline and ensure reliable, maintainable code during refactoring sessions.

Common TDD anti-patterns to avoid when using AI coding assistants include skipping the failing test phase or writing excessive implementation before refactoring, which this Skill prevents by enforcing disciplined red-green-refactor cycles.