Test Strategies for Multi-Threaded Code - Lecture

Explore effective test strategies for multi-threaded code in this 19-minute conference talk from ADCx SF. Discover how to overcome the complexities of testing realtime multi-threaded code by adopting key strategies that help tame complexity and boost confidence in critical code. Learn about concepts like "Ignoring the Dragon," "Stressing the Dragon," and "Caging the Dragon" to improve testing approaches. Delve into topics such as known cages, mocking, test smells, test timers, and multi-threaded protection. Gain insights from Ryan Avery, an experienced audio software engineer with over 15 years in the industry, who has worked on projects for Avid Technologies, Dolby Laboratories, and Apple.

Introduction
Castles
Ignore the Dragon
Stress the Dragon
Cage the Dragon
Known Cages
Mocking
Test Smells
Test Timers
MultiThreaded Protection