What are Django integration tests and how do I write them?

What are Django integration tests and how do I write them?

Django integration tests are designed to test the interaction between different parts of your application. They ensure that various components work together as expected. To write them, you can use Django's built-in testing framework, which allows you to simulate requests and check responses.

Can you give me an example of an integration test in Django?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

from django.test import TestCase
from django.urls import reverse

class MyViewTests(TestCase):
    def test_view_status_code(self):
        response = self.client.get(reverse('my_view'))
        self.assertEqual(response.status_code, 200)

This test checks if the view returns a 200 status code.

What should I include in my integration tests?

You should include tests for the following:

1. Status codes of responses
2. Data returned in the response
3. Interaction with the database
4. User permissions and authentication
5. Any external API calls if applicable.

How do I run my integration tests?

You can run your integration tests using the Django management command:

python manage.py test

This will discover and run all tests in your project.