Recall & Review
beginner
What is a flaky test?
A flaky test is a test that sometimes passes and sometimes fails without any changes in the code. It behaves unpredictably, making it hard to trust the test results.
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beginner
Name two common causes of flaky tests.
Common causes include timing issues (like waiting for elements) and dependencies on external systems (like network or database).
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beginner
Why is it important to manage flaky tests?
Managing flaky tests is important because they reduce confidence in test results, waste developer time, and can hide real bugs.
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intermediate
What is one strategy to handle flaky tests?
One strategy is to isolate flaky tests and fix their root cause, such as adding proper waits or mocking unstable external services.
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intermediate
How can test reports help with flaky test management?
Test reports can highlight tests that fail intermittently, helping teams identify and prioritize flaky tests for fixing.
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What does a flaky test do?
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A flaky test is unpredictable and can pass or fail without any changes in the code.
Which of these is a common cause of flaky tests?
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Timing issues such as race conditions often cause flaky tests.
What is a good first step when you find a flaky test?
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Isolating and investigating helps find the root cause of flakiness.
How can flaky tests affect a development team?
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Flaky tests cause confusion and waste time because their results are unreliable.
Which tool feature helps identify flaky tests?
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Reports showing how often tests fail help spot flaky tests.
Explain what a flaky test is and why it is a problem.
Think about tests that don't behave the same way every time.
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Describe strategies to manage flaky tests effectively.
Consider how to find and fix the problem rather than ignoring it.
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