Test-Driven Development and the Role of Rapid Feedback in Test Automation in Software Development
Nykänen, Eetu (2024)
2024
Julkaisun pysyvä osoite on
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024052214481
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024052214481
Tiivistelmä
Test-Driven Development (TDD) is a software development approach that focuses on writing tests before writing the actual code. TDD aims to improve code quality, reduce defects, and enhance code maintainability. This thesis investigated the integration of TDD, test automation, and rapid feedback mechanisms within Agile software development environments. The aim was to provide valuable insights and guidance for the client organization, Ponsse Plc, to improve their development processes.
The research was conducted by analyzing statistics on TDD’s effects on speed and quality of code. The benefits, challenges, and best practices associated with TDD, test automation, and rapid feedback were also studied. The thesis examined the importance of documentation in the TDD process and strategies for successfully adopting a TDD development style in existing and new software projects.
The results showed that integrating TDD, test automation, and rapid feedback mechanisms can significantly enhance development efficiency, code quality, and software maintainability. The thesis also presented techniques, such as characterization tests, dependency injection, and the Strangler Application Pattern, which help the gradual introduction of TDD practices into existing codebases. Additionally, the results emphasized the importance of continuous learning and improvement in embracing TDD.
The research was conducted by analyzing statistics on TDD’s effects on speed and quality of code. The benefits, challenges, and best practices associated with TDD, test automation, and rapid feedback were also studied. The thesis examined the importance of documentation in the TDD process and strategies for successfully adopting a TDD development style in existing and new software projects.
The results showed that integrating TDD, test automation, and rapid feedback mechanisms can significantly enhance development efficiency, code quality, and software maintainability. The thesis also presented techniques, such as characterization tests, dependency injection, and the Strangler Application Pattern, which help the gradual introduction of TDD practices into existing codebases. Additionally, the results emphasized the importance of continuous learning and improvement in embracing TDD.