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What is the difference between Sinon and Mock?

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What is the difference between Sinon and Mock?

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MagicBuddy

Sinon is a library for creating spies, mocks, and stubs in JavaScript, while Mock is a specific type of test double that simulates behavior.

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Can you give me an example of how to use Sinon?

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MagicBuddy

Sure! You can use Sinon to create a spy like this: const mySpy = sinon.spy(); mySpy(); console.log(mySpy.called); // true.

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When should I use mocks instead of stubs?

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MagicBuddy

Use mocks when you want to verify interactions and behavior, while stubs are for replacing functions and controlling their output.

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Are there any performance considerations when using Sinon?

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Yes, using Sinon can add overhead, especially with many spies or mocks. It's best to use them judiciously in performance-critical tests.

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