Unit tests are essential for ensuring code reliability and identifying bugs early in the development process. Zencoder’s AI-powered unit test generation simplifies this process, enabling developers to create comprehensive and efficient test cases effortlessly.

By automating the unit testing process, Zencoder ensures your code is thoroughly tested and reliable, all while saving significant time and effort.

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Steps to Generate Unit Tests with Zencoder

1

Enable the Coding Agent

Open the extension settings in your development environment.
Locate the ‘Coding Agent’ feature and toggle it on to activate AI assistance.

2

Select the Code to Test

Navigate to the specific code section you want to test.
Highlight the code and click on the CodeLens icon that appears above it.

3

Choose Unit Test Generation

From the dropdown menu, select the ‘Unit Test Generation’ option to initiate the process.

4

Customize Test Requirements

Zencoder’s AI automatically creates a test plan.
Add custom test cases or specify additional scenarios to tailor the tests to your needs.

5

Start Unit Test Generation

Click the ‘Start Unit Test Generation’ button to begin.
Zencoder will generate comprehensive unit tests based on your requirements.

6

Review the Results

Test results across various scenarios will be displayed.
Gain key insights into code reliability and potential vulnerabilities.

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