Implementing C# 10 Unit Testing Using Visual Studio 2022 and .NET 6 from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to get started creating unit tests using C# and Visual Studio 2022 to improve the quality of your applications.

Every developer needs to test code, or have it tested by someone. This is where unit testing can help. In this course, Implementing C# 10 Unit Testing Using Visual Studio 2022 and .NET 6 you’ll learn to create unit tests using MSTest and Visual Studio. First, you’ll explore why unit testing is an important part of the software development process. Next, you’ll discover how to build your first unit tests and run them using Visual Studio. Next, you'll apply best practices to avoid hard-coding, initialize and clean up, and to organize unit tests. Then, you'll explore the various Assert classes for working with different data sets. After that, you’ll see how to consolidate tests by making them data-driven. Finally, you’ll learn how to automate your tests by running them from a command line. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to create unit tests that will improve the quality of your code and make testing quicker.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Learn Why You Need Unit Testing

Creating Your First Unit Tests

Best Practices for Writing Unit Tests

Using Initialization and Cleanup Attributes

Learning the Attributes That Help You Organize Your Unit Tests

Using the Different Assert Classes and Methods

Consolidating Tests by Making Them Data-driven

Automating Unit Tests with the Command Line

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by Paul D. Sheriff, who has extensive experience in software development and testing

Suitable for beginners who want to start creating unit tests in C#

Covers essential concepts and best practices for writing effective unit tests

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Implementing C# 10 Unit Testing Using Visual Studio 2022 and .NET 6 with these activities:

Review the fundamentals of C#

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Solidify your understanding of the core concepts and syntax of C# to prepare for unit testing.

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Review topics such as variables, data types, operators, and control flow.
Complete online tutorials or exercises to practice writing basic C# code.

Write unit test cases for a simple C# program

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Apply your understanding by creating unit tests for a sample program, covering different scenarios and testing various functionalities.

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Choose a simple C# program that demonstrates basic functionality.
Identify the different scenarios and conditions that need to be tested.
Write unit test cases using MSTest, covering each scenario and verifying the expected outcomes.

Compile a glossary of unit testing terms and concepts

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Create a comprehensive reference document that will serve as a valuable resource for understanding and applying unit testing concepts.

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Gather definitions and explanations of key unit testing terms and concepts from various sources.
Organize the terms alphabetically or by category for easy reference.

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Mentor junior developers in unit testing

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Share your knowledge and experience by guiding junior developers in their understanding and implementation of unit testing.

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Identify junior developers or students who are interested in improving their unit testing skills.
Provide guidance on best practices, test design, and troubleshooting techniques.
Review their unit test code and provide feedback to enhance their testing approach.

Develop a unit testing framework for a real-world application

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Apply your knowledge to a practical project, designing and implementing a unit testing framework for a real-world software application.

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Choose an existing application or develop a new one for which you want to create unit tests.
Design a unit testing framework that meets the specific requirements of the application.
Implement the framework and write unit tests for key functionalities of the application.
Test the application using the framework and evaluate the effectiveness of your unit tests.

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