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name: Pytest Scaffolding Guidance
description: Use when working under tests/. Route test edits to pytesting guidance and never create or expand tests unless the user explicitly asks.
applyTo: 'tests/**'
---

When editing files under `tests/`, use `skill://pytesting/SKILL.md` as the primary guidance source for test scaffolding and pytest authoring decisions.

Hard rule:

- Do not create new test files, test cases, or test scaffolding unless the user explicitly asks for tests in the current request.
- If tests could help but were not requested, mention them as an optional next step instead of adding them.

Execution pattern:

1. Load `skill://pytesting/SKILL.md` first.
2. Inspect `skill://pytesting/_manifest` only when a supporting reference is needed.
3. Apply only the portions relevant to the file being edited.
4. Keep tests focused, deterministic, and aligned with repository conventions.
5. Include source-document links for any feature-level recommendation.

If task intent is ambiguous, ask one clarifying question before editing.

Be sure to also refer to the [testing page](../../docs/testing.md) page for design detail