What is Laravel unit testing and how do I get started?

What is Laravel unit testing and how do I get started?

Laravel unit testing is a way to test individual components of your application to ensure they work as expected. You can get started by setting up PHPUnit, which is included with Laravel, and writing your first test in the tests directory.

Can you show me a simple example of a unit test in Laravel?

Sure! Here's a simple example: you can create a test for a method in a model. Use the command php artisan make:test UserTest to create a test file, then write a test method like this:

public function testUserCreation()
{
    $user = User::create(['name' => 'John Doe']);
    $this->assertEquals('John Doe', $user->name);
}

How do I run my unit tests in Laravel?

You can run your unit tests by executing the command php artisan test in your terminal. This will run all tests in the tests directory.

What are some best practices for writing unit tests in Laravel?

Some best practices include keeping tests isolated, using descriptive names for your test methods, and testing only one behavior per test to ensure clarity.