Testing

Overview

Testing is a crucial aspect of software development that ensures the reliability and correctness of your code. In Go, a comprehensive testing approach covers various types of tests, each serving a unique purpose. This chapter explores different testing techniques and tools available in Go to empower developers in building robust and maintainable applications.

By the end of this chapter, you will understand the various types of tests Go developers implement. We will discuss the big three types of tests: unit, integration, and end-to-end (E2E) tests. We will then cover a few other types of tests, such as HTTP testing and fuzz testing. We will cover test suites, benchmarks, and code coverage, and even create a final test report for project stakeholders or just to share how well-tested your code truly is. You will also see the benefits of automated tests testing your code regularly while continuously iterating on your code base as it evolves. These skills are imperative...