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Test Strategy Recipe

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Creates a playbook

These cards form the test pyramid: understanding the concept, plus the three test levels (unit, integration, e2e).

Required Cards (4)

Test Pyramid

Test Pyramid

intro

The test pyramid suggests having many unit tests, fewer integration tests, and even fewer end-to-end tests for optimal coverage and speed.

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Unit Test

Unit Test

intro

Unit tests verify individual functions or components in isolation. They are fast, reliable, and form the foundation of test coverage.

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Integration Test

Integration Test

intermediate

Integration tests verify that multiple components work together correctly. They catch issues that unit tests miss.

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End-to-End Test

End-to-End Test

intermediate

E2E tests simulate real user workflows through the entire system. They catch integration issues but are slower and more brittle.

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Output: Test Strategy

When to use

You need to establish a balanced testing approach for a new feature or service.

Steps

1

Start with Unit Tests

Write unit tests for individual functions and components.

2

Add Integration Tests

Test how components work together at boundaries.

3

Strategic E2E Tests

Add end-to-end tests for critical user journeys only.

Anti-Patterns to Avoid

  • Inverted pyramid (more E2E than unit)
  • No tests at all

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