Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)

Testing

Behavior-driven development is an Agile software development process that encourages collaboration between developers, QA, and non-technical or business participants in a software project.

Key Principles

1Focus on defining behavior in a common language
2Use scenarios in a Given-When-Then format
3Collaborate between business and technical teams
4Automate tests based on behavior specifications

Benefits

1Improves communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders
2Creates living documentation that stays up-to-date
3Focuses development on business value
4Reduces misunderstandings about requirements