unittests

noun

UK /ˈjuːnɪt tɛsts/

US /ˈjuːnɪt tɛsts/

Small computer checks that make sure each tiny part of a program works right.

The programmer ran the unittests before sharing the new game.

SYNONYMS

unit tests component tests module tests code checks automated tests

RELATED WORDS

testing debugging software programming quality assurance

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way to catch mistakes early by testing one piece of code at a time.

Writing unittests helped her find the bug quickly.

3. Practice exercises in a textbook that cover a single lesson or chapter.

The teacher assigned the unittests at the end of each chapter.

4. Small trials used to check one feature of a product before a full launch.

The team ran unittests on the new button before the release.