Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
Collaborative approach to requirements, testing.
Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) is a collaborative approach within Agile methodology that bridges technical and non-technical perspectives, focusing on desired system behaviors rather than implementation details. BDD evolved from Test-Driven Development (TDD), extending its principles by emphasizing business value and user experience. It creates a shared language between stakeholders, developers, and QA teams through the use of concrete examples and scenarios written in natural language. The core of BDD involves defining application behavior using a specific format called Gherkin syntax, with Given-When-Then statements: • Given: establishes the context • When: describes the action • Then: outlines expected outcomes For example: Given a customer has items in their shopping cart When they complete the checkout process Then an order confirmation email should be sent This approach offers several benefits in Agile environments: 1. Enhanced communication: Technical and business teams align on requirements using a common vocabulary 2. Living documentation: Scenarios serve as executable specifications that evolve with the product 3. Reduced defects: Focusing on behavior helps catch misunderstandings early 4. Improved testing: Tests directly connect to business objectives 5. Faster feedback cycles: Automated BDD tests support continuous integration BDD implementation typically involves tools like Cucumber, SpecFlow, or JBehave that transform behavior specifications into executable tests. In Agile sprints, BDD facilitates requirements gathering through collaborative "Three Amigos" sessions (business, development, testing), ensuring all perspectives are considered before development begins. This creates a continuous feedback loop that aligns closely with Agile's iterative nature and customer-centric focus.
Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) is a collaborative approach within Agile methodology that bridges technical and non-technical perspectives, focusing on desired system behaviors rather than implemen…
Concepts covered: Gherkin Language, Executable Specifications, Ubiquitous Language, Three Amigos, Outside-In Development, SpecByExample, Automation and Continuous Integration, Scenarios, Living Documentation, Collaborative Communication
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