Dixie
An Objective-C testing framework for altering object behaviors to test app resilience through controlled chaos.
What is Dixie?
Dixie is an Objective-C testing framework that allows developers to alter the behavior of objects and methods within their iOS or macOS applications. It helps test app resilience by simulating chaotic or unexpected conditions, such as mocked network responses, changed dates, or randomized data. The framework uses method swizzling to modify runtime behavior without requiring injectable dependencies.
iOS and macOS developers working on Objective-C projects who need to test application robustness, especially when dealing with hard-to-mock components like third-party libraries or non-injectable systems.
Developers choose Dixie because it provides a simple way to create controlled chaos in Objective-C apps, enabling testing of edge cases and unexpected behaviors without extensive refactoring. Its predefined chaos providers and ease of integration make it a practical tool for improving app reliability.
Overview
Dixie, turning chaos to your advantage.
Use Cases
Best For
- Mocking network responses in automated UI tests without real network calls
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