Understanding Code Deterioration and Unit Testing
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What is the minimum percentage of recycled paper used in Manning books?

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  • 10%
  • 20%
  • 25%

    • Who is listed as the acquisitions editor for Manning Publications?

  • Mike Stephens (correct)
  • Sam Zaydel
  • Tiffany Taylor
  • Marina Michaels

    • Which of the following statements is true regarding the reproduction of the publication?

  • Reproduction is allowed without any restrictions.
  • Only electronic reproduction is permitted.
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    Where should inquiries regarding quantity discounts be directed?

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    What is the purpose of the contact information provided for Manning Publications?

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    Which title indicates a role involved in the technical editing process?

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    Which of the following designations is NOT mentioned as a specific editor's role?

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    What is the main focus when performing unit testing according to the guidelines?

    <p>Focusing on the domain model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a non-critical part of the codebase?

    <p>External services and dependencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the challenge related to unit testing mentioned in the content?

    <p>Maximizing value with minimum maintenance costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT recommended when focusing on unit testing?

    <p>Overlapping test responsibilities in different modules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes recognizing a valuable test from writing one?

    <p>Recognizing requires a frame of reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically included in the category of infrastructure code?

    <p>Databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured when maintaining a suite of tests?

    <p>Only essential tests should be kept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the importance of unit testing the domain model?

    <p>It helps isolate and manage complexities in the core logic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of writing unit tests in software development?

    <p>To enable sustainable growth of the software project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following styles of testing is specifically mentioned as a topic covered in the book?

    <p>Integration tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of having bad unit tests or no tests at all?

    <p>Stagnation or increased regressions with software releases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of tests in relation to code entropy?

    <p>Tests serve as a safety net to counteract code entropy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is advised for managing the tests in a test suite?

    <p>Only retain tests that provide a positive net value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which kind of tests does the book specifically NOT emphasize as part of automated testing?

    <p>Performance testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a good litmus test for code in relation to unit testing?

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    What is one of the actions recommended to maintain a clean and efficient codebase?

    <p>Regularly clean and refactor both the application and test code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the code coverage percentage after refactoring the method to inline the unnecessary if statement?

    <p>100%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What remains unchanged in the test suite after refactoring the method?

    <p>The number of possible outcomes being verified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes branch coverage compared to code coverage?

    <p>It provides more precise results by focusing on control structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is branch coverage calculated?

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    Why might more compact code result in better test coverage metrics?

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    What is a limitation of code coverage as a metric?

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    Which type of statements are particularly important for branch coverage?

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    What is a potential issue when interpreting code coverage metrics?

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    What is one primary benefit of using interfaces when dealing with out-of-process dependencies?

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    In integration testing, what is crucial to ensure when testing logging functionality?

    <p>The logging mechanism does not affect performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended best practice when writing integration tests?

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    What is a disadvantage of using mocks in testing?

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    What is one method recommended for handling dependencies in integration tests?

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    What should be considered when testing the database?

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    When verifying interactions in testing, what should you avoid?

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    Which aspect is crucial to testing logging functionality?

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    What is a common recommendation regarding the use of mocks in tests?

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    What is a suggested practice to avoid circular dependencies in testing?

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    Study Notes

    Understanding Code Deterioration

    • Code deteriorates over time, increasing in disorder (entropy) with each change.

    • This leads to complexity and disorganization, impacting the sustainability of the project.

    Importance of Good Unit Tests

    • Unit tests act as a safety net, preventing regressions and ensuring the code's functionality remains intact.

    • Writing good unit tests is crucial, as bad tests can lead to project stagnation or regressions.

    The Goal of Unit Testing

    • To enable sustainable growth in a software project.

    • A good unit test suite allows for consistent development pace by preventing regressions.

    • This ensures the project's ability to refactor code, add new features, and maintain stability.

    Evaluating Test Value

    • Each test carries a cost and a benefit.

    • Prioritize tests with positive net value, eliminating those with low value.

    • Both application and test code are liabilities, and excessive code should be avoided.

    The Litmus Test of Unit Testability

    • Unit testability is a key indicator of clean and well-structured code.

    • While unit testability is a positive sign, it's only effective in one direction.

    • It's important to ensure that code can be readily tested, not just that it's currently being tested.

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    This quiz explores the concept of code deterioration over time and the critical role of good unit tests in maintaining project sustainability. It highlights the importance of prioritizing tests that provide value and outlines the goal of unit testing in enabling consistent development. Assess your knowledge and understanding of these key software development concepts.

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