Using JavaScript and Jest to Test Web Components

by Philippe Ozil

JavaScript English
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Topic
JavaScript
Language
English
Description

Testing is a key part of a developer's job but what are the best tools for your needs?

Answering that question for JavaScript projects has become complex due to the great variety of testing frameworks. However, one that stands out in particular for performance, ease of use, flexibility and documentation is Jest.

Join this session to learn how to use Jest to test Web Components. You’ll leave with an understanding of how to set up a testing environment, along with specific test strategies so that your code can be moved into production with confidence.

Philippe Ozil
Principal Developer Advocate, Salesforce

Philippe Ozil is a Developer Advocate with Salesforce since 2016. His role is to empower the Salesforce developer community. He communicates around platform innovations and teaches development best practices. He is a frequent conference speaker. When not presenting, he blogs, writes learning material for Trailhead, shares OSS contributions or builds demos that involve technologies such as robotics and VR/AR. On top of being a Salesforce expert, Philippe is a full stack developer and has a past in the BPM (Business Process Management) industry.