benhall / express-demo

Running Tests for benhall/express-demo

This document provides a step-by-step guide on how to execute the tests for the benhall/express-demo project.

Prerequisites:

  • Node.js and npm installed on your machine.
  • Familiarity with basic command-line operations.

Steps:

  1. Clone the repository:

    git clone https://github.com/benhall/express-demo.git

  2. Navigate to the project directory:

    cd express-demo

  3. Install dependencies:

    npm install

  4. Run the tests:

    npm test

    This command will execute the tests defined in the test directory using the Jest testing framework.

Understanding the Tests:

The tests for the project are located in the test directory. They cover various aspects of the application, such as:

  • API routes: Tests for the functionality of different API endpoints.
  • Database interactions: Tests for the database interactions, including data validation and retrieval.
  • View rendering: Tests for the rendering of HTML templates using Handlebars.

Docker Integration:

The Dockerfile in the project allows for building a containerized version of the application. The container exposes port 3000 in production, making the application accessible from outside the container.

Conclusion:

Following these steps, you can successfully run the tests for the benhall/express-demo project. The tests ensure the application’s functionality and stability, contributing to a high-quality software development process.