# Checklist

This checklist contains a lot of items. As [mentioned](#Write_tests_any_tests) it is far better to do some of the items than none of them. Do not be discouraged if this list of tasks seems insurmountable.

### Writing tests

- [ ] Write a few smoke tests.
- [ ] Write unit tests for all your code units.
- [ ] Write integration tests to check the integration between units.
- [ ] Write a few system tests. Prioritise common and important paths through the program.
- [ ] Write regression tests. Regression tests can exist at any level of testing.
- [ ] If appropriate for your project write acceptance tests.
- [ ] Add runtime tests into your project.

### Good practice checks

- [ ] Document the tests and how to run them.
- [ ] Write scripts to set up and configure any resources that are needed to run the tests.
- [ ] Pick and make use of a testing framework.
- [ ] Run the tests regularly.
- [ ] Automate the process of running tests. Consider making use of continuous integration (see continuous integration chapter) to do this.
- [ ] Check the code coverage of your tests and try to improve it.
- [ ] Engage in code review with a partner.