Guides for C++ Test Using the Class Factory View

Purpose of using class factories

When testing C++ source code, it is difficult to test because abstract classes cannot create objects. Class factories can facilitate testing of abstract classes and reduce the iterations that occur when designing class objects.

The main features of class factories

• Automatically create concrete classes that inherits from an abstract class
• Minimize repetitive tasks by applying them to tests all together

Utilizing class factories

This document explains the basic concepts for testing C++ before using class factories. After that, it explains how to utilize class factories.

• Basic Concept for C++ Test
• Using the Object Creation Code of Abstract Class for Testing
• Design C++ Tests Using Class Factory
• Using Mock Objects in C++ Test