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Consistent test naming is critical for maintaining large automation suites. Paste a list of your test function names into this tool. It uses regex-based linting to check for adherence to common conventions (e.g., Given_When_Then or Should_ExpectedBehavior_When_StateUnderTest). It highlights violations and suggests fixes to keep your codebase clean.

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Test Naming Linter

Enforce Best Practices

Test Function Names (One per line)
Lint Results
3 Passed
1 Failed

Health Score

75/ 100
Login_InvalidCredentials_ThrowsError
CalculateTotal_EmptyCart_ReturnsZero
verify_checkout_button_works

Must follow 'MethodName_StateUnderTest_ExpectedBehavior' format using PascalCase segments separated by underscores.

UserProfile_NetworkTimeout_ShowsRetryPrompt
Frequently Asked Questions(click to expand)

Why enforce test naming conventions?

In suites with thousands of tests, the test name is often the only documentation for what a feature should do. Consistent naming ensures that when a test fails (e.g., in a CI pipeline), developers can immediately understand the intended behavior without reading the test code.

What is Method_State_Behavior?

Made popular by Roy Osherove in "The Art of Unit Testing", this convention relies on three PascalCase segments separated by underscores. Example: WithdrawMoney_InsufficientFunds_ThrowsException.

What is Given_When_Then?

Originating from Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), this emphasizes the scenario. It requires the words Given, When, and Then to structure the setup, action, and assertion. Example: Given_EmptyCart_When_CheckoutClicked_Then_ShowsWarning.