functional-tests
Write functional tests for Symfony controllers and HTTP endpoints using WebTestCase, getContainer, loginUser, and DAMA rollback
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/dev-toolings/superpowers-symfony --skill functional-tests- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads functional-tests automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Functional Tests (Symfony)
Use when
- A controller or HTTP endpoint must be checked through the kernel: status, redirect, rendered DOM, form errors, emails.
- A repository or service must be tested against the real database with
KernelTestCase. - An authenticated or role-restricted route needs coverage via
loginUser(). - Key URLs need cheap smoke tests.
Default workflow
- Choose the base class:
WebTestCasefor HTTP,KernelTestCasefor services, plainTestCasefor pure logic. - Call
static::createClient()directly (neverbootKernel()first) and read private services withstatic::getContainer(). - Authenticate with
$client->loginUser($user)instead of replaying the login form. - Assert the response and the DOM:
assertResponseIsSuccessful(),assertResponseRedirects(),assertSelectorTextContains(),assertEmailCount(). - Isolate tests with the DAMADoctrineTestBundle
PHPUnitExtension, plus Foundry reset for fixtures. - Add smoke tests with a data provider and hardcoded URLs.
Guardrails
- Use the real database and real repositories; do not mock the EntityManager or repositories in data-touching tests.
- Invalid form submissions assert 422 with
assertResponseIsUnprocessable()(Symfony 8.0+ behavior). .env.localis not loaded in the test environment: use.env.testor.env.test.local.assertSessionHasFlashMessage()requires Symfony 8.1+.
Progressive disclosure
- Use this file for execution posture and risk controls.
- Open references when deep implementation details are needed.
Output contract
- Test classes with the base class chosen for each.
- The authentication and database isolation strategy.
- Status codes, DOM assertions and smoke URLs covered.
References
reference.md
FAQ
What does the functional-tests skill do?
Write functional tests for Symfony controllers and HTTP endpoints using WebTestCase, getContainer, loginUser, and DAMA rollback
How do I install functional-tests?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/dev-toolings/superpowers-symfony --skill functional-tests in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/functional-tests/ (personal) or .claude/skills/functional-tests/ (project).
Which AI agents can use functional-tests?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is functional-tests safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains functional-tests?
It is published by dev-toolings in dev-toolings/superpowers-symfony. It has 95 recorded installs.
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