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Mocking Sinon Unit Testing TDD JavaScript Node.js

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Teaches the benefits of mocking dependencies, which is a standard practice for Node testing
Taught by Nate Taylor, who is highly regarded in the Node and testing communities
Provides hands-on examples of using Sinon.js to mock dependencies
Develops the understanding of testing isolated from external dependencies, which is a crucial skill for Node developers
Examines the need for mocking in testing
Explores the different types of mocks, such as stubs, spies, and fakes

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Learners who complete Mocking Node.js with Sinon will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
Software Quality Assurance Engineers write unit tests to test the logic of software applications. These unit tests involve the mocking of external dependencies, making a course on mocking with Sinon particularly helpful for someone who wishes to enter the field. Writing mocks is a primary skill of the QA Tester, and taking this course can help you towards success as one.
Software Developer
Software Developers are responsible for the maintenance and writing of code. Unit testing is a necessary skill for a person working as a Software Developer, and taking this course would help provide foundational knowledge in writing unit tests, especially ones that involve mocking external dependencies.
Test Automation Engineer
Test Automation Engineers write automated tests to make sure that software applications are free of defects. Writing unit tests for this involves mocking external dependencies, so a course in mocking with Sinon could be of good help to a Test Automation Engineer.

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An updated edition of a highly-regarded book, this version includes the latest thinking on unit testing, test doubles, and related patterns. It's an excellent resource for staying current on best practices and deepening one's understanding of mocking in a modern software development context.
While not solely focused on mocking, this foundational book on Test-Driven Development (TDD) heavily utilizes the concept of test doubles to drive design. Understanding TDD is crucial for many contemporary testing practices, and this book provides a hands-on approach through examples. It's considered a classic and is highly recommended for anyone wanting to understand the 'why' behind using mocks in a TDD workflow.
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