Learn how to simplify integration testing in .NET using the TestContainers library. This guide covers setting up TestContainers for database testing, managing container lifecycles, and optimizing test performance. Discover how to use various TestContainers strategies, including per-test, per-test-class, and per-multiple-test-classes setups, with practical examples utilizing xUnit. Additionally, explore how to create multiple containers for complex integration tests and use custom Docker images to streamline your testing process.
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Table of ContentsPrerequisitesWhat Is TestContainers?How Does It All Work?How to Set Up Your First TestKey Behaviors of IAsyncLifetime in a Test ClassHow to Improve PerformanceExplanation of DifferencesHow to Share Your Container Across Multiple Test ClassesSummary of Approaches:How to Create Multiple ContainersHow to Make Your Setup Easier With Custom ImagesFinal ThoughtsSort: