Ever feel like "mock" has become the catch-all word for everything in software testing? This piece, featuring Emily Bache, dives into why this imprecise language is actually a big deal for engineers. Turns out, lumping all test doubles—like stubs, fakes, and spies—under the "mock" umbrella causes confusion, messes with good test design, and can even hurt code quality.
The big takeaway? Let's get specific! Understanding the distinct roles of these test doubles, and focusing on their use rather than just a trendy buzzword, helps us write clearer tests and build way better systems. It's time to challenge our assumptions and stop calling everything a mock!
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