code-showcase-testing-patterns

name	code-showcase-testing-patterns
description	Jest testing patterns, factory functions, mocking strategies, and TDD workflow. Use when writing unit tests, creating test factories, or following TDD red-green-refactor cycle.
risk	unknown
source	https://github.com/ChrisWiles/claude-code-showcase/tree/main/.claude/skills/testing-patterns
source_repo	ChrisWiles/claude-code-showcase
source_type	community
date_added	"2026-07-01T00:00:00.000Z"
license	MIT
license_source	https://github.com/ChrisWiles/claude-code-showcase/blob/main/LICENSE

Testing Patterns and Utilities

When to Use

Use this skill when you need jest testing patterns, factory functions, mocking strategies, and TDD workflow. Use when writing unit tests, creating test factories, or following TDD red-green-refactor cycle.

Testing Philosophy

Test-Driven Development (TDD):

• Write failing test FIRST
• Implement minimal code to pass
• Refactor after green
• Never write production code without a failing test

Behavior-Driven Testing:

• Test behavior, not implementation
• Focus on public APIs and business requirements
• Avoid testing implementation details
• Use descriptive test names that describe behavior

Factory Pattern:

• Create getMockX(overrides?: Partial<X>) functions
• Provide sensible defaults
• Allow overriding specific properties
• Keep tests DRY and maintainable

Test Utilities

Custom Render Function

Create a custom render that wraps components with required providers:

// src/utils/testUtils.tsx
import { render } from '@testing-library/react-native';
import { ThemeProvider } from './theme';

export const renderWithTheme = (ui: React.ReactElement) => {
  return render(
    <ThemeProvider>{ui}</ThemeProvider>
  );
};

Usage:

import { renderWithTheme } from 'utils/testUtils';
import { screen }  ;

(,  {
  ();
  (screen.()).();
});