How does it handle requirements traceability?

It maps every generated test case directly to specific Requirement IDs (REQ-*) and Business Rules (BR-*) in both the code comments and the git commit messages.

Does this skill write the implementation code?

No, this skill specifically handles the RED phase. The implementation (writing code to make tests pass) is handled in the subsequent GREEN phase.

Why must the tests fail initially?

Failing tests confirm that the test suite is correctly configured and that the test is actually checking for the desired behavior rather than passing by accident or due to existing code.

What is the 'RED' phase in TDD?

The RED phase is the first step in the Test-Driven Development cycle where you write a test for a new requirement and watch it fail because the functionality hasn't been implemented yet.

Which programming languages does this skill support?

This skill includes optimized templates and directory logic for Python (pytest), TypeScript/JavaScript (Jest), and Java (JUnit).

TDD Red Phase Actuator

Name: TDD Red Phase Actuator
Author: foolishimp

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Security & Testing

Automates the initial stage of Test-Driven Development by generating failing test cases from requirements before implementation begins.

The TDD Red Phase skill guides Claude through the crucial first step of the Test-Driven Development cycle. It parses business requirements and technical constraints to draft comprehensive test suites for Python, TypeScript, or Java projects. By ensuring tests fail before any code is written, it validates the test's ability to catch regressions and forces a clear definition of API design and expected behavior, establishing a solid foundation for the subsequent implementation and refactoring phases.

Key Features

01Automatic confirmation of test failure to validate RED phase status

02Standardized Git commit formatting for TDD workflow compliance

03Automated requirement-to-test mapping for REQ-ID traceability

04Multi-language support for Python (pytest), TypeScript (Jest), and Java (JUnit)

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06Comprehensive test case generation covering happy paths, edge cases, and business rules

Use Cases

01Starting a new feature development cycle using strict TDD methodology

02Drafting executable specifications for complex business logic before backend implementation

03Improving code quality by defining boundary conditions and error cases upfront

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add foolishimp/ai_sdlc_method tdd

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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