How do I mock external commands with this skill?

The skill provides patterns for mocking using function exports or by creating command stubs in a temporary directory added to the PATH, allowing you to isolate your script from external dependencies.

Does this support testing non-Bash shells?

While the framework uses Bash, this skill includes patterns to explicitly test script compatibility across different shell dialects including POSIX sh and dash.

Can I use Bats for CI/CD automation?

Yes, Bats is highly compatible with CI systems. This skill includes specific configurations for GitHub Actions and Makefiles to automate your testing process.

What is Bats in shell testing?

Bats (Bash Automated Testing System) is a TAP-compliant testing framework for shell scripts. It provides a simple syntax for writing tests, supports fixtures, and allows for parallel test execution.

How should I handle test cleanup?

The skill teaches the setup and teardown pattern, where temporary directories and resources are created before a test and automatically removed afterward to prevent environment pollution.

Bats Testing Patterns

Name: Bats Testing Patterns
Author: Microck

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セキュリティとテスト

Master the Bash Automated Testing System (Bats) to write comprehensive unit tests and CI/CD pipelines for shell scripts.

概要

This skill provides expert guidance on using Bats (Bash Automated Testing System) to ensure the reliability and maintainability of shell scripts. It covers foundational test structures, assertion patterns for exit codes and file states, advanced mocking and stubbing techniques, and integration with modern CI/CD workflows like GitHub Actions. Whether you are building simple utility scripts or complex automation tools, this skill helps you implement test-driven development (TDD) and validate script behavior across various shell environments including bash, sh, and dash.

主な機能

Standardized Bats test structures and assertions
81 GitHub stars
Shell compatibility testing for Bash, Sh, and Dash
Advanced mocking and command stubbing patterns
CI/CD integration for GitHub Actions and Makefiles
Reusable test fixtures and temporary file management

ユースケース

Mocking external CLI tools and environment variables for isolated testing
Implementing test-driven development (TDD) for complex shell utilities
Validating cross-platform script behavior in automated CI/CD pipelines

概要

主な機能

Standardized Bats test structures and assertions
81 GitHub stars
Shell compatibility testing for Bash, Sh, and Dash
Advanced mocking and command stubbing patterns
CI/CD integration for GitHub Actions and Makefiles
Reusable test fixtures and temporary file management

ユースケース

Mocking external CLI tools and environment variables for isolated testing
Implementing test-driven development (TDD) for complex shell utilities
Validating cross-platform script behavior in automated CI/CD pipelines