How does this skill handle external dependencies like curl?

It provides templates for command stubbing and function mocking, allowing you to simulate the behavior of external tools without actually calling them.

What is Bats in the context of shell scripting?

Bats (Bash Automated Testing System) is a TAP-compliant testing framework for shell scripts that provides a simple syntax for assertions and fixtures.

Can I use this skill to test scripts in different shells?

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

Does this support automated testing in GitHub Actions?

Absolutely. The skill includes pre-configured YAML patterns for integrating Bats tests directly into GitHub Actions workflows.

How do I manage temporary files created during testing?

The skill provides standardized setup and teardown patterns using mktemp to ensure every test has a clean environment and leaves no residue.

Bats Testing Patterns

Name: Bats Testing Patterns
Author: Microck

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Security & Testing

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

About

Bats Testing Patterns is a specialized skill designed to help developers implement robust, production-grade testing for shell utilities and automation scripts. It provides deep expertise in the Bash Automated Testing System (Bats), offering structured guidance on test fixtures, exit code assertions, command mocking, and environment stubbing. Whether you are building simple CLI tools or complex CI/CD logic, this skill ensures your shell scripts are reliable, maintainable, and compatible across different environments like bash, sh, and dash.

Key Features

Cross-shell compatibility testing for Bash, Sh, and Dash environments
Integration guides for GitHub Actions and Makefile-based automation
Comprehensive assertion patterns for exit codes and multi-line output
81 GitHub stars
Advanced mocking and stubbing techniques for external commands and environment variables
Standardized setup and teardown patterns for managing temporary test resources

Use Cases

Automating shell script validation within modern CI/CD pipelines
Implementing Test-Driven Development (TDD) for complex bash utilities and scripts
Identifying and testing edge cases or error conditions in infrastructure automation

About

Key Features

Cross-shell compatibility testing for Bash, Sh, and Dash environments
Integration guides for GitHub Actions and Makefile-based automation
Comprehensive assertion patterns for exit codes and multi-line output
81 GitHub stars
Advanced mocking and stubbing techniques for external commands and environment variables
Standardized setup and teardown patterns for managing temporary test resources

Use Cases

Automating shell script validation within modern CI/CD pipelines
Implementing Test-Driven Development (TDD) for complex bash utilities and scripts
Identifying and testing edge cases or error conditions in infrastructure automation