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GolangStepByStep
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Testing Basics

Write table-driven tests with the built-in testing package

# Why Testing Matters

Go testing is built into the toolchain, so quality checks can run continuously while you develop.

# First Test and Assertions

Use _test.go files and t.Errorf/t.Fatalf appropriately.

# Table-Driven Style

Table-driven tests reduce duplication and improve readability for edge-case coverage.

# Benchmarks and Race Detector

Run go test -bench=. for performance and go test -race for concurrency issues.

# Practice Challenge

Implement FizzBuzz and validate behavior with table-driven tests.

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Use table-driven tests for broad, maintainable coverage
  • Use race detector and benchmarks as regular checks
  • Prefer deterministic tests through dependency injection
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