Learn Java Unit Testing with JUnit 5 in 20 Steps - Step 16 - Tip - Disable Unit Tests

This video tutorial explains how to disable tests in JUnit 5 using the @Disabled annotation. It covers scenarios where disabling tests might be necessary, such as temporary issues or dependencies. The video also demonstrates how to disable individual tests and entire test classes, emphasizing the importance of using this feature sparingly. Best practices are discussed, highlighting the need to analyze and fix failing tests rather than simply disabling them.

Why might you choose to disable a test temporarily?

• To permanently remove it from the test suite

• To avoid running it while fixing a temporary issue

• To ensure it never runs again

• To delete the test from the codebase

What annotation is used in JUnit 5 to disable a test?

• @Disabled

• @Skip

• @Exclude

• @Ignore

What was the annotation used in JUnit 4 to ignore tests?

• @Exclude

• @Disabled

• @Ignore

• @Skip

What is a potential risk of frequently using the @Disabled annotation?

• It improves test coverage

• It can lead to outdated tests being ignored

• It ensures all tests pass

• It automatically fixes failing tests

What should be done if a test fails due to a code issue?

• Delete the test

• Disable the test permanently

• Ignore the failure

• Analyze and fix the issue