Mockery

Mockery is a PHP mocking framework used for creating test doubles (mocks, stubs, and spies) in unit testing. It allows developers to isolate code under test by replacing dependencies with controllable objects that simulate real behavior. It integrates seamlessly with PHPUnit and other testing frameworks to facilitate test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD).

Also known as: Mockery PHP, Mockery Framework, PHP Mockery, Mockery Library, Mockery for PHP

Why learn Mockery?

Developers should learn Mockery when writing unit tests for PHP applications to mock external dependencies like databases, APIs, or complex classes, ensuring tests focus on specific code logic without side effects. It is particularly useful in Laravel projects for mocking Eloquent models or services, and in any PHP codebase where test isolation and maintainable test suites are priorities.

Learning Resources

• docs: Mockery Documentation
• video: PHPUnit and Mockery Tutorial on Laracasts
• docs: Mockery GitHub Repository
• tutorial: Testing Laravel with Mockery on Medium
• course: PHPUnit and Mockery Course on Udemy