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Testing JavaScript with PhantomJS
Episode #391Nov 07, 201284 comments

Testing JavaScript with PhantomJS

PhantomJS allows us to test JavaScript without going through a browser window. Here I show how to do this using Capybara and Poltergeist. I also give some tips on handling database transactions and skipping javascript tests. (10 minutes)
Testing JavaScript with Jasmine (revised)
Episode #261Jun 28, 201266 comments

Testing JavaScript with Jasmine (revised)

The jasminerice gem makes it easy to test your JavaScript with Jasmine in a Rails application. Here I also cover jasmine-jquery and guard-jasmine. (11 minutes)
A/B Testing with Split
Episode #331Mar 07, 201257 comments

A/B Testing with Split

Split testing allows you to experiment with different designs and track conversions to determine which one is the most effective. Learn how to do A/B testing using Split in this episode. (10 minutes)
Testing with VCR
Episode #291Oct 17, 201153 comments

Testing with VCR

If you ever need to test an application which communicates with an external API, VCR is the way to go. Here I show a workflow in RSpec, how to use with capybara-mechanize, how to add sanitization filtering, and more. (13 minutes)
Testing Time & Web Requests
Episode #276Jul 25, 201150 comments

Testing Time & Web Requests

It can be difficult to test code that deals with the current time or an external web request. Here I show you how to do both using the Timecop and FakeWeb gems. (8 minutes)
Testing JavaScript with Jasmine
Episode #261Apr 11, 201144 comments

Testing JavaScript with Jasmine

Are you testing your JavaScript? Learn how to add specs using Jasmine. This episode also covers jQuery integration with jasmine-jquery. (15 minutes)
A/B Testing with A/Bingo
Episode #214May 17, 201052 comments

A/B Testing with A/Bingo

A/B Testing (or Split Testing) is a way to experiment with variations in an application to see the most effective option. (11 minutes)
MiniTest with Rails
Episode #327Feb 21, 201277 comments

MiniTest with Rails

MiniTest is a fast and lightweight testing library. Here you will learn how to use it in a Rails app for model, helper, and integration testing. The Turn gem is also demonstrated for prettier test output. (15 minutes)
Spork
Episode #285Sep 26, 201176 comments

Spork

Spork improves the loading time of your test suite by starting up your Rails application once in the background. Use it with Guard for the ultimate combo in fast feedback while doing TDD. (9 minutes)
Request Specs and Capybara
Episode #257Mar 14, 201154 comments

Request Specs and Capybara

Request specs in RSpec are a great way to ensure the entire application stack is working properly. Here I also show how to use capybara with integrated JavaScript testing using Selenium. (13 minutes)