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Jim Coplien and Bob Martin Debate TDD

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What it is

Jim Coplien and Bob Martin debate test-driven development and unit testing in an InfoQ video that grew out of a JAOO 2007 dispute. They also touch on design and architecture.

Why Hacker News recommends it

HN points to it as a fun, substantive exchange between two experienced practitioners on TDD's value.

  • 1 people recommended it
  • 1 different months
  • 0 strong recommendations
  • first 2014, last 2017

What HN commenters said

  1. “this was a fun discussion about TDD between two professionals”

    Fun discussion on TDD between two professionals.

    lobut, 2016-11 · Recommendation · in “TDD Doesn't Work”

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Topics: tdd, unit testing, uncle bob, software design, agile

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