Question 1

How do I set up node-tap for a new Node.js project?

Accepted Answer

Install via npm init @tapjs or npm install, then run npm run bootstrap to set up the workspace. Configure plugins in a tap config file to enable features like assertions and mocking.

Question 2

node-tap vs Mocha: which is better for testing?

Accepted Answer

Node-tap offers strict TAP compliance and plugin extensibility, ideal for standardized reporting. Mocha is more minimalist and flexible with various assertion libraries; choose node-tap for interoperability, Mocha for simplicity.

Question 3

How to write a basic test with assertions in node-tap?

Accepted Answer

Use the @tapjs/asserts plugin to access methods like t.equal() or t.match(). Import tap, create a test, and call assertion functions within it, referencing the plugin documentation for details.

Question 4

Does node-tap work with TypeScript without extra config?

Accepted Answer

Yes, via the @tapjs/typescript plugin, which adds TypeScript support and the --typecheck option. Enable it in your config to run tests seamlessly on TypeScript code.

Question 5

What are the best plugins to use with node-tap for mocking?

Accepted Answer

Use @tapjs/mock for built-in mocking with t.mockRequire(), or @tapjs/sinon for advanced Sinon integration. Both are optional plugins listed in the README for flexible mocking strategies.

Question 6

How to integrate node-tap with CI/CD pipelines?

Accepted Answer

Leverage its TAP output with standard TAP reporters in CI tools. Use the @tapjs/processinfo plugin for coverage tracking, and configure test commands in your pipeline scripts for automated runs.

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