Practice The Unittest.mock Module (3.2) - Chapter 10: Testing, Debugging, and Logging

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Question 1.
What does unittest.mock allow you to do?
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Think about testing multiple components.
Question 2.
What is the purpose of patching?
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Consider why you would want to avoid real objects.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of mocking?
- To create real objects
- To simulate real object behavior
- To replace all code
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Think about the role of mocks in tests.
4Question 4.
True or False: Patching replaces the original object for the duration of the test.
- True
- False
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Consider how patches work in practice.
Question 5.
You have a function that fetches user data from an external API. Write a test for this function using mocking and explain why your approach is correct.
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Consider what should happen if the API is down.
Question 6.
Determine the implications of using mocking for unit tests when real interactions are necessary. Create a mock scenario and describe the outcomes.
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Think about potential edge cases that might be missed.

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