Pytest

Haiyue
5min

Chapter 1: Getting Started with Pytest Basics

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand pytest core concepts and advantages
  2. Master pytest installation and basic usage
  3. Write your first test case
  4. Understand test discovery mechanisms and naming rules

Brief Description: Learn pytest from scratch, understand the importance of unit testing, and master basic test writing and execution methods.

Chapter 2: Test Case Writing Basics

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master the use of assertions (assert)
  2. Understand test function structure and conventions
  3. Learn test data organization methods
  4. Master basic test patterns

Brief Description: Deep dive into writing high-quality test cases, mastering various assertion techniques and test organization methods.

Chapter 3: Fixture Mechanism Explained

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the concept and role of fixtures
  2. Master fixture definition and usage
  3. Learn fixture scope management
  4. Master built-in fixture usage

Brief Description: Master one of pytest’s most important features, learning how to use fixtures for test data preparation and resource management.

Chapter 4: Parameterized Testing and Data-Driven

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master @pytest.mark.parametrize decorator
  2. Learn multi-parameter and complex data parameterization
  3. Understand parameterized testing best practices
  4. Master dynamic parameter generation

Brief Description: Learn how to use parameterization techniques to improve test coverage, reduce code duplication, and implement data-driven testing.

Chapter 5: Test Marking and Grouping

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master custom mark creation and usage
  2. Learn built-in mark applications
  3. Understand test grouping and selective execution
  4. Master combined use of marks

Brief Description: Learn how to use the marking system to classify and manage tests, implementing flexible test execution strategies.

Chapter 6: Exception Testing and Edge Cases

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master pytest.raises usage
  2. Learn exception message verification
  3. Understand the importance of boundary value testing
  4. Master error handling testing methods

Brief Description: Learn how to test exceptional situations and boundary conditions to ensure code robustness and reliability.

Chapter 7: Mock and Test Doubles

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand Mock concepts and use cases
  2. Master unittest.mock usage
  3. Learn dependency injection and test isolation
  4. Master pytest-mock plugin usage

Brief Description: Learn how to use Mock technology to isolate external dependencies and create controlled test environments.

Chapter 8: Configuration Files and Command-Line Options

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master pytest.ini configuration file usage
  2. Learn conftest.py role and configuration
  3. Understand command-line argument usage
  4. Master test environment configuration management

Brief Description: Learn how to configure pytest environment, customize test behavior, and improve testing efficiency.

Chapter 9: Plugin System and Extensions

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand pytest plugin ecosystem
  2. Master common plugin usage methods
  3. Learn custom plugin development
  4. Understand hook function usage

Brief Description: Explore pytest’s powerful plugin system and learn how to extend testing functionality.

Chapter 10: Test Reports and Code Coverage

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master generation of various test report formats
  2. Learn code coverage measurement and analysis
  3. Understand test quality evaluation methods
  4. Master report configuration in continuous integration

Brief Description: Learn how to generate professional test reports and evaluate test quality and code coverage.

Chapter 11: Performance Testing and Concurrent Testing

Learning Objectives:

  1. Master performance test writing methods
  2. Learn concurrent test implementation
  3. Understand test performance optimization techniques
  4. Master pytest-benchmark usage

Brief Description: Learn how to perform performance and concurrent testing to ensure code performance.

Chapter 12: Real Projects and Best Practices

Learning Objectives:

  1. Design complete test project structure
  2. Implement end-to-end testing solutions
  3. Master Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices
  4. Summarize pytest usage best practices

Brief Description: Through real project cases, comprehensively apply learned knowledge to form complete testing solutions.