setup-tdd
One-command TDD infrastructure setup with pre-commit hooks and CI coverage gates
Best use case
setup-tdd is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
It is a strong fit for teams already working in Codex.
One-command TDD infrastructure setup with pre-commit hooks and CI coverage gates
Teams using setup-tdd should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/setup-tdd/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How setup-tdd Compares
| Feature / Agent | setup-tdd | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Codex | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
One-command TDD infrastructure setup with pre-commit hooks and CI coverage gates
Which AI agents support this skill?
This skill is designed for Codex.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Setup TDD Command
Configure Test-Driven Development enforcement for the current project with a single command.
## Research Foundation
This command implements TDD enforcement based on established research:
| Principle | Source | Reference |
|-----------|--------|-----------|
| TDD Methodology | Kent Beck (2002) | "Test-Driven Development by Example" |
| 80% Coverage | Google (2010) | [Code Coverage Goal](https://testing.googleblog.com/2010/07/code-coverage-goal-80-and-no-less.html) |
| Pre-commit Hooks | Industry Practice | [Husky](https://typicode.github.io/husky/), [pre-commit](https://pre-commit.com/) |
| CI Gates | ISTQB CT-TAS | [Test Automation Strategy](https://istqb.org/certifications/certified-tester-test-automation-strategy-ct-tas/) |
## Usage
```
/setup-tdd [options]
```
### Options
| Option | Values | Default | Description |
|--------|--------|---------|-------------|
| `--level` | strict, standard, gradual, audit | standard | Enforcement strictness |
| `--threshold` | 0-100 | 80 | Line coverage threshold |
| `--branch-threshold` | 0-100 | 75 | Branch coverage threshold |
### Enforcement Levels
| Level | Pre-commit | CI Gate | Best For |
|-------|-----------|---------|----------|
| `strict` | Block | Fail | New projects, critical systems |
| `standard` | Warn + Block | Fail | Most projects |
| `gradual` | Warn | Warn | Brownfield TDD adoption |
| `audit` | Log only | Report | Assessment before enforcement |
## Instructions
When this command is invoked, perform these steps:
### 1. Analyze Project
- Detect project type (JavaScript, Python, Java, Go, Rust)
- Identify test framework (Vitest, Jest, Pytest, etc.)
- Check for existing test infrastructure
- Assess current coverage baseline
### 2. Configure Pre-commit Hooks
**For JavaScript projects**:
```bash
npm install --save-dev husky lint-staged
npx husky init
```
Create `.husky/pre-commit`:
```bash
#!/usr/bin/env sh
. "$(dirname -- "$0")/_/husky.sh"
# Run tests for staged files
npx lint-staged
# Check coverage threshold
npm test -- --coverage
```
**For Python projects**:
```bash
pip install pre-commit pytest-cov
pre-commit install
```
Create `.pre-commit-config.yaml`:
```yaml
repos:
- repo: local
hooks:
- id: pytest-coverage
name: pytest with coverage
entry: pytest --cov=src --cov-fail-under=80
language: system
types: [python]
pass_filenames: false
```
### 3. Configure CI Coverage Gates
Create `.github/workflows/tdd-coverage-gate.yml`:
```yaml
name: TDD Coverage Gate
on:
pull_request:
branches: [main, master]
jobs:
test-coverage:
runs-on: ubuntu-latest
steps:
- uses: actions/checkout@v4
- name: Run tests with coverage
run: npm test -- --coverage
- name: Check coverage threshold
run: |
COVERAGE=$(jq '.total.lines.pct' coverage/coverage-summary.json)
if (( $(echo "$COVERAGE < 80" | bc -l) )); then
echo "::error::Coverage $COVERAGE% below 80% threshold"
exit 1
fi
- name: Comment on PR
uses: actions/github-script@v7
with:
script: |
// Add coverage report as PR comment
```
### 4. Create Test Presence Validation
Add script to validate new code has tests:
```javascript
// scripts/check-test-presence.js
const changedFiles = getChangedFiles();
const srcFiles = changedFiles.filter(f => f.startsWith('src/'));
for (const src of srcFiles) {
const testFile = src.replace('src/', 'test/').replace('.ts', '.test.ts');
if (!fs.existsSync(testFile)) {
console.error(`Missing test: ${testFile}`);
process.exit(1);
}
}
```
### 5. Generate Documentation
Create `docs/TDD_WORKFLOW.md`:
```markdown
# TDD Workflow
This project enforces Test-Driven Development.
## The TDD Cycle
1. **Red**: Write a failing test
2. **Green**: Write minimum code to pass
3. **Refactor**: Clean up while keeping tests green
## Coverage Requirements
- Line coverage: ≥80%
- Branch coverage: ≥75%
- Critical paths: 100%
## Pre-commit Checks
Every commit runs:
- Tests for staged files
- Coverage threshold validation
## CI Gates
Every PR requires:
- All tests passing
- Coverage ≥ threshold
- No coverage decrease
```
## Output Format
Report setup results:
```markdown
## TDD Enforcement Configured
**Project**: [project-name]
**Type**: JavaScript (Vitest)
**Level**: standard
### Pre-commit Hooks
- [x] Husky installed
- [x] lint-staged configured
- [x] Coverage check on commit
### CI Gates
- [x] GitHub Actions workflow created
- [x] Coverage threshold: 80%
- [x] PR comment integration
### Files Created
- `.husky/pre-commit`
- `.github/workflows/tdd-coverage-gate.yml`
- `docs/TDD_WORKFLOW.md`
### Files Modified
- `package.json` (added scripts)
### Next Steps
1. Run `npm test` to establish baseline
2. Commit changes to enable hooks
3. Create first PR to verify CI gates
```
## Brownfield Adoption
For projects without tests, use gradual adoption:
```
/setup-tdd --level gradual --threshold 40
```
This:
1. Starts with 40% threshold (achievable)
2. Warns but doesn't block initially
3. Tracks coverage trends
4. Recommends threshold increases
### Gradual Ramp-up Schedule
| Week | Threshold | Enforcement |
|------|-----------|-------------|
| 1-2 | 40% | Audit only |
| 3-4 | 50% | Warn on commit |
| 5-6 | 60% | Block on PR |
| 7-8 | 70% | Standard enforcement |
| 9+ | 80% | Full enforcement |
## Integration
This command uses the `tdd-enforce` skill from the testing-quality addon:
```
@$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/addons/testing-quality/skills/tdd-enforce/
```
## References
- @.aiwg/requirements/nfr-modules/testing.md
- @$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/frameworks/sdlc-complete/agents/test-architect.md
- @$AIWG_ROOT/agentic/code/addons/testing-quality/skills/tdd-enforce/SKILL.mdRelated Skills
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