unit-test-service-layer

Mock dependencies to unit test Spring service-layer business logic with JUnit 5 and AssertJ.

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Skill: unit-test-service-layer
Source: https://github.com/giuseppe-trisciuoglio/developer-kit/tree/main/skills/junit-test/unit-test-service-layer
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides unit tests for @Service classes by mocking dependencies to isolate and validate business logic without starting the Spring container.

Core Features & Use Cases

Isolate business logic: Test service methods with mocked repositories and clients.
Interaction verification: Verify collaborator interactions and edge-case handling.
Fast feedback: Quick, isolated tests without database or API calls.

Quick Start

Include Mockito and JUnit 5 in your build and write tests using @ExtendWith(MockitoExtension.class) with @Mock and @InjectMocks annotations.

Frequently Asked Questions about unit-test-service-layer

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

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How do I unit test service layer logic without starting the Spring container?▼

Unit test service layer logic by mocking dependencies with Mockito and JUnit 5. Use @ExtendWith(MockitoExtension.class), @Mock for dependencies, and @InjectMocks for the service under test. This isolates business logic and runs tests quickly without database or API calls.

Can I test service methods that depend on repositories and external clients?▼

Yes, use Mockito to mock repository and client dependencies, then verify their interactions and assert service outcomes. This lets you test service orchestration and edge cases without actual database or API calls.

What's the best way to verify that my service layer calls collaborators correctly?▼

Use Mockito's verification methods to confirm repositories and clients are called with expected arguments and return values. Combine interaction verification with AssertJ assertions to validate both collaborator behavior and service outcomes.

Do I need a database or external APIs running to test my service classes?▼

No. Mock all external dependencies with Mockito so tests run in isolation without a database, Spring container, or API calls. This provides fast feedback and deterministic test results.

How do I structure tests for complex service workflows across multiple collaborators?▼

Mock each dependency separately, then orchestrate them in your test to simulate multi-service workflows. Use @Mock for each collaborator, @InjectMocks for the service, and Mockito's when() and verify() to control and assert interactions.

What tools do I need to unit test JUnit 5 and Mockito in a Spring service layer?▼

Add Mockito and JUnit 5 to your build dependencies. Mockito provides mocking and interaction verification; JUnit 5 provides the test framework and @ExtendWith(MockitoExtension.class) integrates them for service layer unit testing.