karma-runner/karma

Improve error message if no framework was loaded.

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#1059 opened on May 6, 2014

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help wantedtype: feature

Description

Running karma on windows 8 throws the following error when trying to run in browser:

IE 11.0.0 (Windows) ERROR You need to include some adapter that implements karma.start method!

Reproduce:

  • clean node install on win8 (removed npmrc)
  • npm install -g karma
  • npm install -g karma-cli
  • karma start -> does not throw error yet
  • connect browser -> throws the aforementioned error
  • karma run from another console -> throws again

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Tech stack
javascriptnodejs
Domain
testing
Issue type
bug
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.
under 1 hour
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Node.js basicsKarma CLI
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
80
Research direction
Search the Karma source code for the error message 'You need to include some adapter that implements karma .start method!'. Consider improving the message to explicitly mention missing frameworks or adapters. Review issue comments for any additional context or proposed solutions.