23.4 test -- Regression tests package for Python
The test package contains all regression tests for Python as well as the modules test.test_support and test.regrtest. test.test_support is used to enhance your tests while test.regrtest drives the testing suite.
Each module in the test package whose name starts with "test_" is a testing suite for a specific module or feature. All new tests should be written using the unittest module; using unittest is not required but makes the tests more flexible and maintenance of the tests easier. Some older tests are written to use doctest and a ``traditional'' testing style; these styles of tests will not be covered.
See Also:
- Writing PyUnit regression tests.
- Tests embedded in documentation strings.
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Release 2.5, documentation updated on 19th September, 2006.