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What is pytest?

Replaces unittest and nose. Features a robust plugin architecture and simple assert statements.

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PythonTesting & QA

Why pytest?

  • • Extensive plugin ecosystem
  • • Minimal boilerplate code
  • • Powerful fixture management

Limitations

  • • Learning curve for fixtures
  • • Verbose configuration for complex setups
  • • Python-only environment
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