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Java Testing Toolbox

30 Testing Tools and Libraries Every Java Developer Must Know

Philip Riecks
Published June 2024
230 pages

Explore the Rich Java Testing Ecosystem

In today’s fast-paced development world, writing reliable code is crucial. But with countless testing tools available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

That’s where the Java Testing Toolbox comes in - a practical, hands-on guide to the 30 most important testing tools and libraries every Java developer should know.

Whether you’re new to testing or looking to expand your testing toolkit, this book provides right-sized introductions to each tool, giving you exactly what you need without the fluff.

Who This Book Is For

This book is written for Java developers who want to:

  • Master modern testing libraries like JUnit 5, Mockito, AssertJ, and Testcontainers
  • Learn practical testing patterns and best practices
  • Implement advanced testing techniques beyond the basics

Whether you’re new to testing or looking to enhance your existing skills, this book provides valuable insights and techniques for developers at all levels.

What You’ll Learn

The book covers a wide range of testing topics for Java applications:

  • Writing expressive and maintainable tests with JUnit 5
  • Creating effective mocks and stubs with Mockito
  • Crafting readable assertions with AssertJ
  • Implementing realistic database tests with Testcontainers
  • Applying design patterns to improve test organization
  • Optimizing test performance and execution
  • Exploring advanced techniques like property-based and mutation testing
  • Implementing testing in CI/CD pipelines
  • Testing legacy applications and improving testability

Practical Approach

Unlike many technical books that focus primarily on theory, Java Testing Toolbox takes a practical approach with:

  • Real-world code examples that demonstrate effective testing techniques
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Testing patterns that can be applied to any Java project
  • Guidelines for adapting practices to your specific context

All code examples are available for download, allowing you to experiment with the concepts as you read.

Stay Current

The Java testing ecosystem continues to evolve, and this book keeps you up-to-date with the latest tools and practices. When you purchase the ebook, you receive free updates for life, ensuring your reference material stays current as libraries and best practices evolve.

What You'll Learn

  • Modern JUnit 5 testing techniques
  • Effective mocking strategies with Mockito
  • Expressive assertions with AssertJ
  • Database testing with Testcontainers
  • Test Performance tools
  • Mutation testing with PIT

About the Author

Philip Riecks is a Java expert with a passion for testing and clean code. Through his consulting and teaching work, he has helped dozens of companies implement effective testing strategies. He is a regular speaker at conferences like Spring I/O, Devoxx, and VMWare Explore, where he shares practical insights about testing and software quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this book suitable for testing beginners?

Yes, the book starts with testing fundamentals and progressively builds to more advanced topics. If you have basic Java knowledge, you'll be able to follow along and improve your testing skills regardless of your current level.

What makes this book different from other testing books?

Most testing books focus on either theory or a specific library. The Java Testing Toolbox covers the complete ecosystem of modern Java testing tools with a practical approach, showing how they work together in real-world scenarios.

Does the book cover Spring Boot testing?

While this book focuses on the core Java testing libraries that are framework-agnostic, it does include examples of how these tools integrate with Spring Boot. For comprehensive Spring Boot testing, check out our dedicated book 'Testing Spring Boot Applications'.

Are the code examples available for download?

Yes, all code examples from the book are available in a GitHub repository, allowing you to experiment with the concepts as you read.

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