A simple introduction to test-driven development (TDD), using a real code demonstration to show:
- It is more than a test-first approach. Writing a failing test and making it pass is only the start.
- Baby steps matter. The three laws of TDD, applied in practice.
- It is mostly about design. Let the tests drive the creation of the production code.
Tackling the Prime Factors kata with a TDD approach shows all three principles in action, and this:
"As the tests get more specific, the code gets more generic."
Robert C. Martin
TDD is one of the value-added practices that help a development team deliver a potentially releasable Increment at the end of every Sprint. For how AI fares at the same kata, read Can AI generate high-quality code?
If you would like help bringing these practices to your team, including running coding dojos and applying katas like Prime Factors, talk to us about technical coaching.