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Introduction to JUnit

Learn JUnit assertions, test lifecycle, and Java unit testing. Free JUnit introduction.

Learning Outcomes

  • Write a @Test method
  • Use assertions for equals and exceptions
  • Understand before/after lifecycle hooks
  • Run tests from Maven or the IDE

Overview

JUnit is the standard unit-testing library for Java. Tests are methods that assert expected behavior.

This introduction covers annotations, assertions, and why fast tests enable refactoring.

It pairs with our Java tutorial.

What this course will cover

  1. 1. First test
  2. 2. Assertions
  3. 3. Lifecycle
  4. 4. Parameterized tests
  5. 5. Build tools
  6. 6. Coverage intro

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Full 6-level lessons are live for C, C++, Java, Python, and JavaScript. Use them while the remaining JUnit lessons are added.

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