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Test-Driven Development for JavaScript: Unit 1

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Test-Driven Development for JavaScript: Unit 1

This course is part of Test-Driven Development for JavaScript Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

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6 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master the use of Jest for writing and organizing JavaScript tests.
Develop proficiency in testing asynchronous code, including callbacks, promises, and observables.
Learn to create expressive and concise tests using Jest matchers and custom matchers.
Gain expertise in testing TypeScript code and ensuring comprehensive test coverage.

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Taught in English

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This course is designed for developers aiming to enhance their coding skills, it provides an in-depth exploration of testing methodologies using Jest, the leading JavaScript testing framework. From the fundamentals of writing and organizing tests to advanced techniques for testing asynchronous code, promises, and reactive extensions, you'll gain the expertise needed to ensure your applications are robust and reliable. Learn to craft expressive tests with Jest matchers, extend their functionality with custom matchers, and master the intricacies of testing TypeScript code. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the skills to write efficient, effective tests that cover all execution paths.

This module is designed for developers looking to enhance their coding skills through advanced testing techniques using Jest, the leading JavaScript testing framework. You will learn the fundamentals of writing and organizing tests, as well as advanced methods for testing asynchronous code, promises, and reactive extensions. The module covers crafting expressive tests with Jest matchers, extending functionality with custom matchers, and mastering the intricacies of testing TypeScript code. By the end, developers will be equipped to write efficient, effective tests that ensure robust and reliable applications.

What's included

32 videos4 assignments

32 videos Total 257 minutes

Learning objectives 1 minute
Overview of testing in JavaScript 6 minutes
Getting started with Jest 3 minutes
Writing and running a test 11 minutes
Organizing tests into suites 9 minutes
Using ECMAScript modules 10 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Overview of Jest matchers 8 minutes
Testing for equality 12 minutes
Testing for range 7 minutes
Testing for null, undefined, or NaN 5 minutes
Testing for truth or falsehood 5 minutes
Testing for object properties 9 minutes
Testing for collections 10 minutes
Testing for errors 5 minutes
Defining and using a simple custom matcher 15 minutes
Defining and using a parameterized custom matcher 10 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Performing common setup and teardown operations 11 minutes
Defining parameterized tests 9 minutes
Testing for errors 10 minutes
Testing TypeScript code 7 minutes
Gathering test coverage information 12 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Testing callback functions 10 minutes
Testing errors from callback functions 10 minutes
Specifying a timeout for tests 8 minutes
Understanding promises 14 minutes
Testing promises 9 minutes
Using the async and await keywords 10 minutes
Getting started with RxJs 9 minutes
Going further with RxJs 9 minutes

4 assignments Total 120 minutes

Getting Started with JavaScript Testing Quiz 30 minutes
Using Jest Matchers Effectively Quiz 30 minutes
Writing Effective Tests Quiz 30 minutes
Testing Asynchronous Operations Quiz 30 minutes

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