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test-driven-development

Applies Red-Green-Refactor workflow for test-driven development in software projects.

Updated Apr 27, 2026
Search Tags:#tdd#test-driven development#red-green-refactor#software-engineering#testing-discipline
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/speqqai/claude --skill test-driven-development-speqqai
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Skill: test-driven-development
Source: https://github.com/speqqai/claude/tree/main/skills/test-driven-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/speqqai/claude --skill test-driven-development-speqqai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Teams adopting software development practices often struggle to structure testing and enforce disciplined workflows. This skill codifies a clear, repeatable approach to applying test-driven development so teams deliver reliable code with confidence.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a concrete Red-Green-Refactor workflow with practical guidelines.
  • Includes core principles, rules, and checklists to guide feature work and bug fixes.
  • Helps onboarding engineers align on testing discipline and failure-first mindset.

Quick Start

Write one failing test for a small feature, then implement the minimal code to pass and refactor.

Frequently Asked Questions about test-driven-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I practice test-driven development using red-green-refactor?▼

Test-driven development is a test-first methodology enforcing a red-green-refactor loop to maintain minimal, verifiable production code. This skill codifies the workflow with principles and checklists for feature implementation and bug fixes.

What is the best way to structure tests before writing production code?▼

The best way to structure tests before writing production code is adopting a failure-first mindset. Write one small failing test, implement the minimal code to pass, and refactor while maintaining disciplined test authoring.

How do I apply TDD principles during bug fixes?▼

To apply TDD principles during bug fixes, write a failing test that reproduces the bug, implement the minimal production code to fix it, and refactor safely. This skill provides checklists to enforce that disciplined workflow.

Can I use this TDD workflow for onboarding engineers to software projects?▼

Yes, you can use this TDD workflow for onboarding engineers to software projects. It provides core testing principles, rules, and a repeatable red-green-refactor workflow to help new team members align on testing discipline.

What are the limitations of test-first development for feature implementation?▼

Test-first development for feature implementation requires strict adherence to the red-green-refactor loop. Limitations arise when teams skip the minimal code phase or refactor prematurely, which undermines the verifiable nature of the testing discipline.

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