Test Desiderata

Analyze and improve tests using Kent Beck's Test Desiderata framework - 12 properties that make tests more valuable.

Attribution: All Test Desiderata concepts and principles are created by Kent Beck. Original content: https://testdesiderata.com/ and https://medium.com/@kentbeck_7670/test-desiderata-94150638a4b3

Analysis Workflow

When analyzing tests:

1. Read the test code - Understand what's being tested and how
2. Evaluate against principles - Assess each relevant Test Desiderata property
3. Identify tradeoffs - Note where properties conflict or support each other
4. Prioritize improvements - Focus on high-impact issues first
5. Suggest specific changes - Provide concrete, actionable recommendations

The 12 Test Desiderata Properties

These properties make tests more valuable. Some support each other, some interfere, and sometimes properties only seem to interfere (that's where design improvements help).