Chapter 15: Testing and Debugging

In this section

• 15.1 Importance of Testing in Functional Programming
  • Testing Pure Functions: Simplifying Testing in Functional Programming
    Explore the simplicity and reliability of testing pure functions in Clojure, and how functional programming enhances testability.
  • The Role of Tests in Code Quality: Enhancing Clojure Development
    Explore how testing in Clojure enhances code quality, maintainability, and developer confidence, with comparisons to Java.
• 15.2 Unit Testing with `clojure.test`
  • Clojure Testing Framework: Introduction to `clojure.test`
    Explore the built-in testing framework `clojure.test` in Clojure, learn its features, and understand how to write effective test cases using `deftest` and `is`.
  • Writing Effective Unit Tests: Mastering Clojure Testing for Java Developers
    Learn how to write effective unit tests in Clojure, focusing on testing edge cases, using test fixtures, and structuring test namespaces for Java developers transitioning to Clojure.
  • Running Tests and Analyzing Results in Clojure
    Learn how to effectively run and analyze unit tests in Clojure using clojure.test, with comparisons to Java testing frameworks.
• 15.3 Property-Based Testing with `test.check`
  • Understanding Property-Based Testing: A Deep Dive into Clojure's `test.check`
    Explore the concept of property-based testing in Clojure using `test.check`, and learn how it can enhance your testing strategy by validating code properties across diverse inputs.
  • Mastering Property-Based Testing with `test.check` in Clojure
    Explore the power of property-based testing with Clojure's `test.check` library. Learn to define generators and properties, and write effective property-based tests.
  • Property-Based Testing Benefits and Challenges
    Explore the benefits and challenges of property-based testing with Clojure's test.check, focusing on uncovering edge cases and increasing test coverage.
• 15.4 Integration and System Testing
  • Integration Testing in Clojure: Ensuring Component Interactions
    Explore the importance of integration testing in Clojure to ensure seamless interactions between components, with practical examples and comparisons to Java.
  • Clojure Integration Testing Tools for Java Developers
    Explore integration testing tools in Clojure, leveraging your Java experience to ensure robust and reliable applications.
  • System Testing Strategies: Comprehensive Guide for Clojure Developers
    Explore system testing strategies in Clojure, including end-to-end testing and simulating external dependencies, tailored for Java developers transitioning to Clojure.
• 15.5 Mocking and Stubbing in Clojure
  • Understanding the Purpose of Mocks and Stubs in Clojure Testing
    Explore the role of mocks and stubs in Clojure testing, focusing on their use in managing side effects and external systems.
  • Mocking Libraries for Clojure Testing
    Explore mocking libraries and techniques in Clojure, including clojure.test.mock and with-redefs, to enhance your testing strategy.
  • Clojure Testing with Mocks: A Guide for Java Developers
    Explore how to write tests with mocks in Clojure, leveraging your Java experience to enhance code isolation and reliability.
• 15.6 Debugging Techniques and Tools
  • Clojure REPL Debugging: Mastering Interactive Debugging Techniques
    Learn how to effectively debug Clojure code using the REPL, inspect values, test functions interactively, and examine stack traces for efficient problem-solving.
  • Effective Logging for Debugging in Clojure
    Explore effective logging practices in Clojure to aid in debugging, including configuring logging levels, formatting messages, and comparing with Java logging.
  • Clojure Debugging Tools: Mastering nREPL, CIDER, and Cursive
    Explore essential debugging tools for Clojure, including nREPL, CIDER, and Cursive, to enhance your development workflow and troubleshoot effectively.
• 15.7 Profiling and Performance Analysis
  • Profiling Clojure Applications: A Comprehensive Guide for Java Developers
    Learn how to effectively profile Clojure applications using JVM tools to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Instrumentation for Performance Monitoring in Clojure
    Learn how to add instrumentation to Clojure code for performance monitoring, including execution time and memory usage metrics, with comparisons to Java techniques.
  • Analyzing Performance Data in Clojure: A Guide for Java Developers
    Learn how to analyze performance data in Clojure applications, leveraging your Java experience to optimize and enhance your code's efficiency.
• 15.8 Continuous Integration and Deployment
  • Continuous Integration (CI) Setup for Clojure Projects
    Learn how to set up Continuous Integration (CI) for Clojure projects, leveraging tools like Jenkins, Travis CI, and GitHub Actions to automate builds and tests.
  • Automating Tests and Builds: Streamlining CI/CD for Clojure Projects
    Learn how to automate tests and builds in Clojure projects using CI/CD pipelines, enhancing efficiency and reliability in software development.
  • Continuous Deployment (CD) for Clojure Applications
    Explore strategies for continuous deployment in Clojure, including automated releases, rollbacks, and deployment pipelines, tailored for Java developers transitioning to Clojure.
• 15.9 Code Coverage and Quality Metrics
  • Measuring Code Coverage in Clojure: A Comprehensive Guide
    Explore how to measure code coverage in Clojure projects using tools like Cloverage. Learn to interpret coverage reports and improve your testing strategy.
  • Analyzing Quality Metrics: Enhancing Clojure Code Quality
    Explore how to analyze quality metrics in Clojure, focusing on cyclomatic complexity, code smells, and tools like eastwood and kibit for code quality analysis.
  • Improving Code Quality: Strategies for Clojure Developers
    Explore strategies to enhance code quality in Clojure, including refactoring, testing, and adhering to coding standards, with insights for Java developers transitioning to Clojure.
• 15.10 Best Practices in Testing
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD) in Clojure: A Comprehensive Guide for Java Developers
    Explore the principles of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and how to apply them in Clojure development. Learn through examples of writing tests before code, drawing parallels with Java.
  • Writing Maintainable Tests: Best Practices for Clojure Developers
    Learn how to write maintainable tests in Clojure, ensuring your code is robust, reliable, and easy to update.
  • Balancing Test Coverage and Effort: Achieving Optimal Testing in Clojure
    Explore the trade-offs between achieving high test coverage and the effort required in Clojure development. Learn to focus on critical code paths for effective testing.
  • Continuous Improvement in Testing: Elevate Your Clojure Projects
    Explore the significance of continuous improvement in testing for Clojure projects, leveraging feedback and adapting to evolving project needs.