To run tests for the project, follow the step-by-step instructions outlined below. This process involves setting up the testing environment using Docker and executing the test commands.

Prerequisites

Ensure that Docker is installed and running on your system. You should already have the project setup ready according to the existing documentation.

Step 1: Open Your Terminal

Start by opening your terminal or command line interface.

Step 2: Build the Docker Image

Navigate to your project directory where the Dockerfile is located. Use the following command to build the Docker image:

docker build -t project-name .

Replace project-name with an appropriate name for your Docker image.

Step 3: Run the Docker Container

Once the image is built, run the Docker container with the following command:

docker run -it --name project-container project-name

This command creates and runs a Docker container named project-container based on the previously built image.

Step 4: Install Testing Dependencies

Access the shell of your running container. You can do this by using the command:

docker exec -it project-container /bin/sh

Once you’re inside the container, install any required testing dependencies. For example, if you are using npm, execute:

npm install

Make sure to check your package.json for any specific testing libraries listed under devDependencies.

Step 5: Run the Tests

Now, run your tests using the appropriate command. If using a testing framework such as Jest, you would typically run:

npm test

If the tests are structured to run separately, you might find a specific command as defined in your package.json. Verify the test scripts section and run accordingly:

npm run test

Step 6: Review the Test Results

Examine the output in the terminal after executing the test command. Any errors or test failures will be displayed here, giving you insights into your code’s performance and coverage.

Step 7: Exit the Container

Once you have reviewed the results, exit the shell inside the container using:

exit

Additionally, you may want to stop or remove the container after testing by using:

docker stop project-container
docker rm project-container

Cleaning Up

To remove the built Docker image if it’s no longer needed, execute:

docker rmi project-name

Following these steps will enable you to efficiently run and monitor tests for the project using Docker.

Quote sources: The guide is built on existing knowledge as referenced.