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Testing in Python 3

This course will teach you to write and use unit tests in Python using popular tools and frameworks like unittest and pytest.

Intermediate
3h 5m
(43)

Created by Emily Bache

Last Updated May 22, 2023

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Testing in Python 3

This course will teach you to write and use unit tests in Python using popular tools and frameworks like unittest and pytest.

Intermediate
3h 5m
(43)

Created by Emily Bache

Last Updated May 22, 2023

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Developers want to be sure the code they write is good quality and does the right thing. In this course, Testing in Python 3, you’ll learn to write unit tests in popular frameworks like unittest and pytest. First, you’ll explore the basic ideas and vocabulary of unit testing with the built-in package unittest and the popular tool pytest. Next, you’ll discover how to use test doubles to isolate your units. Finally, you’ll learn how to use more advanced testing techniques like approval testing and parameterized tests. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of writing the automated tests needed to ensure your code does what you think it does and has a reliable suite of regression tests to support future development.

Testing in Python 3
Intermediate
3h 5m
(43)
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Emily Bache
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Emily Bache is an independent consultant, YouTuber and technical coach. She has written two books and teaches courses both online and in-person. Emily founded the Samman Technical Coaching Society.

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