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Glossary

assert : A keyword that raises a AssertionError (a type of exception) when its argument is false. Used by pytest to define tests.

continuous integration : Automatically checking the building and testing process across platforms.

exceptions : A python type which contains information about an unusual occurrence or problem.

except : A keyword used to catch and carefully handle that exception. Used with try.

integration test : Tests that check that various pieces of the software work together as expected.

pytest : A Python package with testing utilities.

pytest : A command-line program that collects and runs unit tests.

regression test : Tests that defend against new bugs, or regressions, which might appear due to new software and updates.

test-driven development : A software development strategy in which the tests are written before the code.

try : A keyword that guards a piece of code which may throw an exception.

unit test : Tests that investigate the behavior of units of code (such as functions, classes, or data structures).