🧪 Write Tests
This skill writes failing tests from requirements to validate acceptance criteria before implementation, enabling rapid TDD with clear test artifacts.
npx playbooks add skill meta-pytorch/openenv --skill write-tests
About Write Tests
The Write Tests skill generates failing tests from requirements to validate acceptance criteria before implementation, enabling rapid test-driven development with clear test artifacts. This skill connects requirements to test validation, allowing developers to quickly create tests that validate their code meets the necessary criteria. A developer would use this skill when starting a new implementation to create initial tests that guide their development process.
This compact 20-word instruction set is purpose-built for testing & qa work in AI coding agents. Install with a single command.
Use Cases
- Writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
- Setting up test coverage and CI pipelines
- Refactoring legacy code with confidence using tests
- Creating test plans and QA checklists
Example Prompts
System Prompt (20 words)
This skill writes failing tests from requirements to validate acceptance criteria before implementation, enabling rapid TDD with clear test artifacts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Write Tests?
Write Tests is a free testing & qa skill for AI coding agents. This skill writes failing tests from requirements to validate acceptance criteria before implementation, enabling rapid TDD with clear test artifacts.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with testing & qa expertise.
How do I use Write Tests with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill meta-pytorch/openenv --skill write-tests in your terminal to install Write Tests into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Write Tests?
Write Tests is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Write Tests free to use?
Yes, Write Tests is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/meta-pytorch/openenv/tree/main/.claude/skills/write-tests. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
