Maxence Poutord 5/4/2020

Why you shouldn't pay too much attention to your code coverage

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This article critiques the practice of enforcing strict code coverage targets in software development. It explains how code coverage is generated and argues that covered code is not the same as well-tested code. The author provides examples showing how high coverage can be achieved with meaningless tests, and warns that focusing on coverage metrics can divert developers from writing tests that build genuine confidence in the codebase.

Why you shouldn't pay too much attention to your code coverage

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