#016 - Is Python even good? A debate with Dr. Michael Green
Backend Banter
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Mocking for Efficient API Testing
This chapter discusses the methodology for hitting API endpoints by using mocks instead of live requests, focusing on how pre-defined JSON data can facilitate local testing. It covers the advantages of mock session objects in Python and the significance of distinguishing between mocks, fakes, and stubs in unit tests. The conversation further explores the importance of hands-on experimentation with testing strategies and the nuances between unit and integration tests in Python programming.
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