Python Testing Standards
Helps with Python, testing as part of developing backend services and APIs workflows.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add python-testing-standards npx -- -y @trustedskills/python-testing-standards
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"python-testing-standards": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/python-testing-standards"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill ensures Python code adheres to established testing standards. It automatically generates test suites based on existing code, and enforces consistent formatting across tests. The goal is to improve the reliability and maintainability of Python projects by promoting best practices in automated testing.
When to use it
- New Project Setup: When starting a new Python project, use this skill to establish a strong foundation for test-driven development.
- Legacy Code Refactoring: To systematically introduce tests into an existing codebase and improve its quality.
- Code Reviews: Integrate the skill into code review processes to automatically check for adherence to testing standards.
- Continuous Integration (CI): Automate checks within a CI pipeline to ensure all new or modified code meets testing requirements.
Key capabilities
- Automatic test suite generation
- Enforcement of consistent test formatting
- Adherence to established Python testing standards
- Integration with existing codebases
Example prompts
- "Generate tests for this Python function: [code snippet]"
- "Format the tests in this directory to match project standards."
- "Check if this code adheres to Python testing best practices."
Tips & gotchas
- This skill requires a basic understanding of Python and automated testing concepts.
- The effectiveness depends on the clarity and structure of the existing codebase; poorly written code may result in less useful test suites.
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