Program efficiently with Test-Driven Development. Integrate best practices of test-driven development into your programming workflow.

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Test-Driven Development SpecializationLearnQuest

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About this Specialization

In this Test-Driven Development Specialization, we will take a hands-on look at Test-Driven Development by writing and implementing tests from the first module. You'll be translating user specs into unit tests, applying the Red-Green-Refactor mantra, and applying mocks in python with the unit test mock module. You'll learn to integrate best practices of test-driven development into your programming workflow and refactor legacy codebases with the help of agile methodologies. We will explore continuous integration and how to write automated tests in Python. Finally, we will work everything we've learned together to write code that contains error handlers, automated tests, and refactored functions.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will apply skills related to test-driven development in a capstone project, testing your ability to use exception handling, mock objects, and unit tests in a TDD lifecycle. After completion, you'll have a portfolio piece program that demonstrates you have a solid understanding of all concepts related to TDD!

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Includes hands on learning projects.

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Set and maintain flexible deadlines.

Intermediate Level

Approximately 3 months to complete

Suggested pace of 4 hours/week

English

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Hands-on Project

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There are 4 Courses in this Specialization

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Course 1

Test-Driven Development Overview

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In this introductory course you will get both a full overview of what TDD is, when it can and can't be applied, and what its benefits are for practitioners and organizations. You will also have the opportunity to get hands on with a few fun introductory projects where you can apply what you have learned and experience the benefits of this approach to problem solving yourself.

Course2

Course 2

A Practical Introduction to Test-Driven Development

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To be a proficient developer you need to have a solid grasp of test writing before putting code into production. In this course, we will take a hands-on look at Test-Driven Development by writing and implementing tests as soon as week one. TDD starts with good unit tests, so we will start there. Topics will also cover translating user specs into unit tests, applying the Red-Green-Refactor mantra, and applying mocks in python with the unittest.mock module. Once finished, you will have covered all the steps of TDD before development

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Course 3

Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow

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In this course we will discuss how to integrate best practices of test-driven development into your programming workflow. We will start out by discussing how to refactor legacy codebases with the help of agile methodologies. Then, we will explore continuous integration and how to write automated tests in Python. Finally, we will work everything we've learned together to write code that contains error handlers, automated tests, and refactored functions.

Course4

Course 4

Test-Driven Development Project: Random Person Generator

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Doug Purcell

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Can I take the course for free?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
You will spend 50-60 hours working through concepts and projects of TDD.
What background knowledge is necessary?
We recommend that you have some knowledge of the Python programming language. Examples and labs use Python.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
Yes, it is recommended that you take the courses in order because the concepts become more compled as you progress.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
No, this is not a university course, but it does offer a certification of completion.
What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?
You will be able to understand and implement test-driven development techniques in your programming projects.

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Test-Driven Development Specialization

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