SMRTR ProgrammingDec 14, 2024Go Make Things

TDD for JavaScript with buildless Mocha and Chai

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Test-Driven Development (TDD) involves writing tests before code, focusing on behavior rather than implementation details. This approach helps developers clarify code behavior early, write fewer tests, and create more robust code that doesn't break during refactoring, as demonstrated through the creation of a simple calculator library.

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