Unit Testing with C# Training in Houston

Unit Testing with C# Training in Houston, USA

The course covers key concepts such as setting up test projects, writing test cases, and using assertions to verify expected behavior in code.

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Unit Testing with C# Training is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in Houston, USA. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this Unit Testing with C# Training course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. Unit testing with C# training provides participants with the skills to write and execute unit tests for C# applications using popular frameworks like...

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Course Code: PRR39
14 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

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Unit testing with C# training provides participants with the skills to write and execute unit tests for C# applications using popular frameworks like MSTest, NUnit, and xUnit. The course covers key concepts such as setting up test projects, writing test cases, and using assertions to verify expected behavior in code. Participants also learn how to manage test dependencies, mock objects, and handle exceptions in unit tests. Hands-on exercises focus on creating testable code, organizing tests into suites, and ensuring high code coverage through automated tests. By the end of the training, attendees will be able to apply unit testing practices in their C# development workflow, enhancing code reliability and maintainability.

Basic knowledge of C# programming language.
Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts like classes, methods, and properties.
No prior experience with unit testing is required.

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

Understand the importance of unit testing and its role in software development.
Learn how to use unit testing frameworks such as NUnit and MSTest.
Gain practical experience in writing unit tests for C# applications.
Understand how to use mocks and stubs to isolate components in tests.
Learn how to integrate unit tests into the development lifecycle.
Be able to write effective unit tests using best practices for ensuring code reliability.

Unit Testing with C#: Ability to write and execute unit tests for C# code using frameworks like NUnit and MSTest.
Mocking and Stubbing: Skill in using mocking libraries like Moq or NSubstitute to isolate code dependencies during testing.
Test-Driven Development (TDD): Understanding of test-first principles and how to apply them in C#.
Code Coverage and Quality: Ability to measure code coverage and ensure high code quality using unit testing.
Integration of Unit Tests: Knowledge of how to integrate unit tests into a CI/CD pipeline.

Participants will be assessed on:

Writing Unit Tests: Ability to write unit tests for C# methods and classes.
Test Framework Usage: Proficiency in using NUnit, MSTest, or other unit testing frameworks.
Mocking and Stubbing: Applying mocking techniques to isolate dependencies in unit tests.
Test-Driven Development (TDD): Ability to follow TDD principles to develop code with unit tests.
Test Coverage and Code Quality: Understanding and applying best practices to ensure comprehensive test coverage.

Certificate of Completion: Participants who attend all sessions and successfully complete the course assessments will receive a ProgNXT Certificate of Completion for Unit Testing with C# Training.

Introduction to Unit Testing with C#

Introduction to Unit Testing

What is unit testing, and why is it essential for C# development?
Key benefits of unit testing: improved code quality, early bug detection, and better maintainability.
Overview of unit testing frameworks for C#: NUnit, MSTest, and xUnit.
Introduction to the Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodology and its benefits.
Hands-on Exercise

Getting Started with NUnit and MSTest

Installing and configuring NUnit and MSTest frameworks in Visual Studio.
Structure of a unit test: understanding test attributes, assertions, and test lifecycle.
Writing your first test using NUnit and MSTest.
Hands-on Exercise

Test Case Design and Best Practices

Writing clear, concise, and effective test cases.
Organizing test methods into logical groups using attributes like [Test], [TestFixture], and [Fact].
Naming conventions for test cases.
Hands-on Exercise

Assertions and Verifications

Introduction to assertions: Assert.AreEqual, Assert.IsTrue, Assert.Throws, and others.
Understanding and applying verification methods to check test results.
Common pitfalls in assertions and how to avoid them.
Hands-on Exercise

Mocking Dependencies with Moq

Why and when to use mocking in unit tests.
Introduction to the Moq library for mocking dependencies.
Creating mock objects and setting up behavior for unit tests.
Hands-on Exercise

Summary and Q&A

Recap of key concepts learned.
Q&A session to clarify any doubts or challenges faced during exercises.

Advanced Unit Testing Techniques with C#

Test-Driven Development (TDD) with C#

The Red-Green-Refactor cycle in TDD.
Writing unit tests before code: Developing software with a test-first approach.
Benefits of TDD: cleaner code design and early bug detection.
Hands-on Exercise: Applying TDD to write tests first, followed by code implementation.

Advanced Mocking and Stubbing

Mocking more complex behaviors using Moq (e.g., callbacks, events, and methods with multiple parameters).
Using NSubstitute as an alternative to Moq for mocking.
Hands-on Exercise

Parameterized Tests and Data-Driven Testing

Writing parameterized tests to handle multiple input values.
Data-driven testing using attributes like [TestCase] in NUnit.
Hands-on Exercise

Handling Edge Cases and Exception Testing

Writing tests for edge cases and exceptions (e.g., invalid inputs, boundary conditions).
Using the Assert.Throws method to handle expected exceptions in unit tests.
Hands-on Exercise

Integrating Unit Tests into Continuous Integration (CI)

Introduction to continuous integration tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
Setting up a CI pipeline to run unit tests automatically on each commit.
Using test reports and metrics to analyze test results in CI.
Hands-on Exercise

Code Coverage and Test Metrics

Introduction to code coverage tools like Visual Studio Code Coverage and Coverlet.
Measuring and improving test coverage for C# projects.
Using code coverage reports to identify untested areas in the codebase.
Hands-on Exercise

Final Project: Writing Comprehensive Unit Tests

Applying all the concepts learned to write a comprehensive set of unit tests for a C# application.
Debugging and refactoring code based on unit test results.
Presenting the unit tests and discussing best practices with the group.

Course Summary and Q&A

Recap of all concepts learned during the course.
Final Q&A session to address any lingering questions.
Closing remarks and feedback on the course.

Sample C# code and unit test projects for hands-on exercises.
NUnit and MSTest documentation and setup guides.
Mocking libraries reference materials (Moq, NSubstitute).
Best practices guide for writing effective unit tests.

Evaluation based on participation in practical exercises, the quality of unit tests written, and successful completion of the final project.
ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the course and assessments.

This 2-day Unit Testing with C# Training will equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills to write effective unit tests using NUnit and MSTest, apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles, use mocking frameworks like Moq, and integrate unit tests into CI/CD workflows. By the end of the course, participants will be able to confidently write and execute unit tests to ensure the reliability and quality of their C# applications.

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