SiaFoundation/core

100% test coverage in consensus package

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#130 opened on Oct 13, 2023

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good first issue

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Description

Even 100% coverage doesn't guarantee your code is bug-free, but it's certainly a great first step. Let's try to reach 100% coverage in consensus, testing every single edge case. :)

Any increase in test coverage, even 1%, qualifies for our Hacktoberfest event, so don't be shy!

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Research direction
Run the test suite and find untested functions and branches in the consensus package. Use go test cover to identify missing coverage.
Tech stack
go
Domain
blockchainbackend
Issue type
Test
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
2
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
Gotesting
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
70