TDD로 배우는 웹 프론트엔드

Understanding Test-Driven Development (TDD): Beyond Just Writing Tests

Many people mistakenly believe that Test-Driven Development (TDD) is primarily about writing tests. While testing is undeniably a crucial aspect of TDD, Kent Beck, the originator of TDD, describes tests as an "unintended but valuable byproduct." This highlights that while tests are incredibly useful and important, the core of TDD lies in recognizing and managing the gap between decisions and feedback.

Essentially, TDD focuses on your ability to anticipate when you'll receive feedback on the code you're about to write, and then adjusting your approach to minimize that gap. This iterative process allows for rapid feedback on your code. The tests that emerge from this process aren't just an afterthought; they become valuable assets, providing benefits to your future self and other developers.

This course delves into the fundamental philosophy of TDD, guiding you through the process of identifying and resolving the decision-feedback gap. You'll naturally create useful test code as a valuable byproduct of this approach.

Currently, the course is launching with an onboarding mission: building a calculator. Here's a preview of the upcoming curriculum:

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Learn how to master TDD principles and write better code through a practical, feedback-driven approach. Discover how to leverage test-driven development to improve your software development skills and create more robust and maintainable applications.