How to Write Python Tests You Can Rely On

How to Write Python Tests You Can Rely On | Issue #66

Published 8 days ago • 1 min read

Hey there,

Writing software tests doesn't have to be hard.

In my latest video, I walk you through how to write unit tests in Python with pytest

Here’s what you’ll learn:

The basics of unit testing (and why they matter)
The difference between mocking and monkey patching, and when to use each
How to refactor code for better testability
How to use pytest fixtures to avoid repetition
Advanced pytest features like parametrize, raises, skip, and xfail

You’ll see multiple approaches in action, from simple stubs to full MagicMock clients, so you can choose the one that fits your workflow best.

Happy testing! :)

Arjan

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