Unlock the power of effortless testing with PyTest—learn to write, execute, and automate your Python tests with ease!

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PyTest is one of the most widely used testing frameworks for Python. Its simplicity, ease of use, and powerful capabilities make it ideal for both beginners and advanced users. This article will guide you through the core concepts of PyTest with detailed examples to help you understand how to write, execute, and manage your tests.

Why Use PyTest?
PyTest provides:

Simple syntax to write tests
Supports fixtures for code reuse
Assertions with detailed failure messages
Built-in support for parameterized testing
Plugins to extend functionality
Installation
To install PyTest, run the following command:

pip install pytest

Writing Your First Test
A basic test in PyTest is a function whose name starts with test_. PyTest will automatically discover and execute all such functions.

Example 1: A Simple Test Case

# test_sample.py

def test_addition():
    assert 1 + 2 == 3  # This will pass

Explanation:
In the above example, the function test_addition contains an assertion that checks if 1 + 2 equals 3. If the assertion is correct, the test will pass.

To run this test, execute:
pytest test_sample.py

PyTest will automatically discover and run the test case.