How do I handle temporary files during testing?

The skill demonstrates setup and teardown patterns to create unique temporary directories for each test, ensuring a clean environment and automatic resource cleanup.

How do I mock external commands in Bats?

This skill provides patterns for command stubbing by manipulating the PATH environment variable and creating temporary executable files to simulate external tool behavior.

Can I test scripts across different shell dialects?

Yes, this skill includes specific patterns for validating script behavior across Bash, Sh, and Dash to ensure cross-shell compatibility and portability.

What is Bats in shell scripting?

Bats (Bash Automated Testing System) is a TAP-compliant testing framework that allows you to write simple, descriptive tests for your shell scripts using standard Bash syntax.

Is Bats compatible with modern CI/CD platforms?

Absolutely. The skill includes configuration examples for running Bats tests within CI/CD environments like GitHub Actions, utilizing TAP reporters for clear output.

Bats Shell Testing Patterns

Name: Bats Shell Testing Patterns
Author: synqing

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Master the Bash Automated Testing System (Bats) to create comprehensive, production-grade unit tests for shell scripts and CI/CD pipelines.

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This skill provides specialized knowledge of the Bash Automated Testing System (Bats), enabling the creation of robust test suites for shell utilities. It covers everything from basic assertions and file-system verification to advanced patterns like command stubbing, environment mocking, and shell dialect compatibility testing. Whether you are implementing Test-Driven Development (TDD) for scripts or integrating automated checks into GitHub Actions, this skill ensures your shell automation is reliable, maintainable, and error-resistant across different environments.

Características Principales

Comprehensive Bats syntax and assertion patterns
Automated setup and teardown for complex test fixtures
Advanced mocking and command stubbing for external tools
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CI/CD integration patterns for automated workflows
Multi-shell compatibility testing (Bash, Sh, Dash)

Casos de Uso

Mocking external CLI tools to test script logic in isolation
Implementing unit tests for complex infrastructure automation scripts
Creating reliable CI/CD pipelines for shell-based projects

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Características Principales

Comprehensive Bats syntax and assertion patterns
Automated setup and teardown for complex test fixtures
Advanced mocking and command stubbing for external tools
0 GitHub stars
CI/CD integration patterns for automated workflows
Multi-shell compatibility testing (Bash, Sh, Dash)

Casos de Uso

Mocking external CLI tools to test script logic in isolation
Implementing unit tests for complex infrastructure automation scripts
Creating reliable CI/CD pipelines for shell-based projects