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Every startup says they’ll “add tests later.” Most never do. Then one big release breaks production, users get frustrated, and developers lose trust in deployments.
At TLVTech, we’ve learned that testing isn’t about adding complexity—it’s about buying confidence. The right tests let you ship faster, not slower.
1. They Test Too Much, Too Soon
Some teams try to test every line of code, but overtesting slows development and increases maintenance costs.
Fix: Focus on testing what matters—business-critical flows, integrations, and user experience.
2. They Separate Frontend and Backend Testing Too Strictly
Fullstack systems are connected—bugs often live at the boundaries.
Fix: Add integration and end-to-end (E2E) tests that mimic real user behavior across the stack.
3. They Don’t Automate Testing Early Enough
Manual testing feels faster—until it isn’t. Without automation, every release becomes a guessing game.
Fix: Automate early in CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jest, Cypress, and Playwright.
4. They Skip Testing Non-Functional Requirements
Performance, security, and reliability are rarely tested—but that’s where major incidents hide.
Fix: Include load testing, regression monitoring, and basic security scans in every cycle.
1. Unit Tests – Foundation
Validate logic at the smallest level—pure functions, components, and services.
Tools: Jest, Mocha, Vitest.
2. Integration Tests – Boundaries
Test how your backend APIs, databases, and frontends work together.
Tools: Supertest, Postman, or custom API scripts.
3. End-to-End (E2E) Tests – Real User Scenarios
Simulate actual workflows—signup, checkout, or dashboard interactions.
Tools: Cypress, Playwright.
4. Performance & Regression Tests – Reliability Over Time
Detect slow endpoints and degraded UX before users do.
Tools: k6, Lighthouse, or Datadog synthetic tests.
Testing isn’t about slowing teams down—it’s how you move faster with confidence. A good testing culture turns fear of deployment into a competitive edge.
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