test-driven-development

Test-driven development is enforced by automating the RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle, ensuring a failing test is written before any implementation. This strict testing protocol prevents regressions and guarantees code is built only to satisfy tests.

The red-green-refactor cycle requires writing a failing test, creating the minimal code to pass it, and then safely refactoring. This iterative development process ensures code quality and maintainability by only refactoring when tests are green.

Yes, you must write a failing unit test before implementing a new feature. This test-first approach mandates creating a test describing the desired behavior, then writing the minimum production code necessary for that test to pass.

To safely refactor code, you must only modify the implementation after all tests are passing. The test-driven development approach ensures you can refactor for code quality while the existing green tests prevent regressions.

Yes, test-driven development is applicable to all software development scenarios requiring robust, testable code. It enforces strict testing protocols and iterative development regardless of the specific project context.

Strict test-first development requires adherence to iterative protocols and writing failing tests before implementation. This mandates a disciplined approach where minimal implementation is required, which may slow initial feature prototyping.