shouldi
An Elixir testing library with nested contexts, descriptive test naming, and custom matchers for complex test cases.
What is shouldi?
ShouldI is an Elixir testing library that extends ExUnit to handle complex test scenarios more effectively. It provides nested contexts to reduce code duplication, descriptive test naming with 'should' macros, and custom matchers for cleaner, more maintainable tests. It addresses limitations in ExUnit when organizing tests with varying setup requirements.
Elixir developers working on applications with complex testing needs, such as those requiring different setup contexts (e.g., logged-in vs. logged-out users) or reusable assertion patterns. It's particularly useful for developers building web applications with Plug, as it includes built-in matchers for HTTP responses.
Developers choose ShouldI over plain ExUnit for its ability to organize tests into nested contexts with 'having' blocks, eliminating duplication and improving readability. Its custom matchers and descriptive naming conventions make tests more expressive and maintainable, especially in scenarios like controller testing with diverse user states.
Overview
Elixir testing libraries with nested contexts, superior readability, and ease of use
Use Cases
Best For
- Organizing Elixir tests with nested setup contexts to avoid code duplication across test cases.
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