React Testing Library Migration

In this post, the migration from fireEvent to userEvent in React Testing Library is discussed.

Key Points

• The distinction between Behavior Driven Test (BDT) and Implementation Driven Test (IDT) is explained.
• Reasons for migrating to userEvent include more realistic user interaction simulations.
• Changes in userEvent v14, such as API adjustments and new features, are highlighted.
• Examples are provided to illustrate how to migrate test cases from fireEvent to userEvent.
• Special considerations for testing with UI libraries like Antd are discussed.

Conclusion

The post concludes with a reflection on the importance of writing test codes for frontend development and the benefits it brings.