What is red/green testing?

Question

I believe I already know the answer, but I am not 100% sure, so just a quick question: What does Red/Green Testing actually mean?

I understand it as \"Write your tests f

Answer 1

"Red-Green-Refactor" is the TDD mantra.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Test-driven_development

When I'm on a sugar-rush after an afternoon indulgence in the office candy dish, I sometimes shout these words as I code. It's easier to write tests up front when you reward yourself after writing a failing test case by shouting "Red!" and eating a piece of chocolate. :)