C # - testing the VS 2010 module for private methods

Question

VS 2010 allows private module testing. Is that a good idea? I have always heard that unit test scripts were for public methods only. Should I worry about private methods and properties?

Thanks Leo

Answer 1

In his infinite wisdom, John Skeet once wrote (in C # in depth) "I am happy to test everything I can in the simplest way"

IMHO, if you think a private method deserves unit testing, check it out.

Answer 2

Two reasons not to test private methods:

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

As already mentioned, test it if you feel the need and you can, but keep in mind that the unit test of a private method is likely to be violated if someone modifies it, which can be a great pain in the ass in a large project with a large number of unit tests, my advice would be to check only those methods whose functionality is very clear and unlikely to be changed.