Assert Regex Matches in JUnit

Date: 2024-01-18

This article demonstrates how to perform regular expression (regex) matching within JUnit tests in Java. It highlights the limitations of JUnit's assertLinesMatch() for regex testing and introduces two superior alternatives: AssertJ's matches() method, offering concise and readable assertions, and Hamcrest's matchesPattern(), providing a more natural language approach. The article details examples using both libraries, showcasing their integration with JUnit for robust and expressive regex testing. Choosing between the methods depends on specific testing requirements.

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