test-driven-development
Description
Use when implementing complex logic that needs test coverage - write the test first, watch it fail.
How to Use
- Visit the GitHub repository to get the SKILL.md file
- Copy the file to your project root or .cursor/rules directory
- Restart your AI assistant or editor to apply the new skill
Full Skill Documentation
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test-driven-development
description
Use when implementing complex logic that needs test coverage - write the test first, watch it fail, write minimal code to pass; ensures tests actually verify behavior by requiring failure first; NOT for UI components, simple CRUD, or straightforward code
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About test-driven-development
test-driven-development is an AI skill in the testing category, designed to help developers and users work more effectively with AI tools. Use when implementing complex logic that needs test coverage - write the test first, watch it fail.
This skill has earned 13,400 stars on GitHub, reflecting strong community adoption and trust. It is compatible with claude, codex.
Key Capabilities
Why Use test-driven-development
Adding test-driven-development to your AI workflow can significantly enhance your productivity in testing tasks. With pre-defined prompt templates and best practices, this skill helps AI assistants better understand your requirements and deliver more accurate responses.
Whether you use claude or codex, you can easily integrate this skill into your existing development environment.
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