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210: TDD - Refactor while green
Nov 30, 2023
The podcast explores the necessity of the refactor step in Test Driven Development, including when to refactor and whether tests should be included. They discuss adding a 'done' feature to a command line application, the process of refactoring while writing tests, and the importance of writing first drafts and committing code frequently.
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- The refactor step in test-driven development (TDD) is important as it helps improve code quality and maintainability by making necessary changes and optimizations.
- Debugging and fixing new tests first, limiting the scope to newly modified code, is a best practice for refactoring in TDD.
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The Importance of Refactoring in Test-Driven Development
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the significance of refactoring in test-driven development (TDD). They address common questions related to the refactor step, such as whether it includes tests and if tests can be refactored at any time. The episode also highlights the benefits of doing the refactor at the end and provides examples to illustrate the TDD workflow.
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