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fixture-generator skill

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This skill helps automate fixture generator tasks in test automation, providing step-by-step guidance, production-ready configurations, and validation against

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---
name: "fixture-generator"
description: |
  Generate fixture generator operations. Auto-activating skill for Test Automation.
  Triggers on: fixture generator, fixture generator
  Part of the Test Automation skill category. Use when working with fixture generator functionality. Trigger with phrases like "fixture generator", "fixture generator", "fixture".
allowed-tools: "Read, Write, Edit, Bash(cmd:*), Grep"
version: 1.0.0
license: MIT
author: "Jeremy Longshore <[email protected]>"
---

# Fixture Generator

## Overview

This skill provides automated assistance for fixture generator tasks within the Test Automation domain.

## When to Use

This skill activates automatically when you:
- Mention "fixture generator" in your request
- Ask about fixture generator patterns or best practices
- Need help with test automation skills covering unit testing, integration testing, mocking, and test framework configuration.

## Instructions

1. Provides step-by-step guidance for fixture generator
2. Follows industry best practices and patterns
3. Generates production-ready code and configurations
4. Validates outputs against common standards

## Examples

**Example: Basic Usage**
Request: "Help me with fixture generator"
Result: Provides step-by-step guidance and generates appropriate configurations


## Prerequisites

- Relevant development environment configured
- Access to necessary tools and services
- Basic understanding of test automation concepts


## Output

- Generated configurations and code
- Best practice recommendations
- Validation results


## Error Handling

| Error | Cause | Solution |
|-------|-------|----------|
| Configuration invalid | Missing required fields | Check documentation for required parameters |
| Tool not found | Dependency not installed | Install required tools per prerequisites |
| Permission denied | Insufficient access | Verify credentials and permissions |


## Resources

- Official documentation for related tools
- Best practices guides
- Community examples and tutorials

## Related Skills

Part of the **Test Automation** skill category.
Tags: testing, jest, pytest, mocking, tdd

Overview

This skill automates fixture generator operations for Test Automation workflows. It creates, validates, and documents fixtures used in unit and integration tests, following common patterns and framework conventions. The skill aims to produce production-ready code and actionable guidance to reduce manual setup time.

How this skill works

The skill inspects your request for fixture-related intent and generates code snippets, configuration files, or step-by-step instructions tailored to your testing framework (e.g., pytest, Jest). It applies best-practice patterns for fixture scope, dependency injection, mocking, and teardown while validating outputs against common standards. When appropriate, it includes error handling advice and dependency recommendations.

When to use it

  • You need scaffolding for test fixtures in pytest, Jest, or similar frameworks
  • You want consistent fixture patterns across unit and integration tests
  • You need fixtures that integrate with mocking, DI, or external service stubs
  • You want production-ready fixture code and configuration validated against standards
  • You are configuring test environments, setup/teardown, or shared test data

Best practices

  • Prefer small, focused fixtures with clear scopes (function, module, session)
  • Keep fixtures idempotent and side-effect free; perform cleanup in finalizers
  • Use parameterized fixtures for combinatorial test coverage instead of duplication
  • Isolate external dependencies with mocks or local stubs to ensure deterministic tests
  • Document fixture purpose and expected inputs/outputs in docstrings or comments

Example use cases

  • Generate pytest fixtures for database connections with setup and teardown logic
  • Create Jest test fixtures that mock HTTP services and provide sample responses
  • Produce parameterized fixture code for testing multiple input scenarios
  • Convert ad-hoc setup code into reusable module-level fixtures for CI runs
  • Validate fixture configurations and highlight missing dependencies or permissions

FAQ

Which frameworks does this skill support?

Common frameworks like pytest and Jest are supported; patterns are framework-agnostic and can be adapted to others.

Will generated fixtures include teardown and cleanup?

Yes. Generated fixtures include setup and teardown or finalizers following best practices to avoid resource leaks.

Can it produce parameterized fixtures?

Yes. The skill can generate parameterized fixtures and suggest combinations to maximize test coverage while minimizing redundancy.