How to Add Tests with Cursor
Add automated tests to your app with Cursor AI.
How to Add Tests with Cursor
Add automated tests to your app with Cursor AI.
Time: 30 min - 1 hour
Step 2: Generate Tests
"Write tests for this component: [paste component]"
Cursor generates test cases.
Unit Tests
"Add unit tests for all utility functions"
Cursor tests individual functions.
Component Tests
"Add tests for the Login component checking:
- Form renders
- Validation works
- Submit calls API"
Cursor writes component tests.
API Tests
"Add tests for all API endpoints"
Cursor tests your API.
Test Coverage
"Show test coverage report"
Cursor configures coverage reporting.
Run Tests
Ask Cursor:
"Add npm script to run tests"
Then run: npm test
Fix Failing Tests
"This test is failing: [paste error]. Fix it."
Cursor debugs test issues.
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