pypict-claude-skill

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The pypict-claude-skill generates test cases using N-wise test cases via the pypict library. It benefits QA teams by reducing test case volume while maintaining high coverage. It integrates with Claude and is used for software testing workflows.

6540Updated 2mo ago

Intermediate30min to implementautomation

Saves ~65 min per use

Quick InstallView Source

git clone https://github.com/omkamal/pypict-claude-skill.git

Works with:

Claude

Overview

About This Skill

PICT Test Designer is a Claude skill that automates test case generation using Pairwise Independent Combinatorial Testing (PICT), a Microsoft-developed methodology. It analyzes system requirements, identifies parameters and their values, and generates minimal test suites that cover all pairwise combinations while dramatically reducing test case volume. For example, a system with 8 parameters requiring 25,920 exhaustive test cases can be tested with just 30 PICT-generated cases—a 99.88% reduction. The skill applies constraint-based rules to eliminate invalid combinations and automatically determines expected outputs, making it ideal for QA teams testing software functions, APIs, web forms, configurations, and complex systems where comprehensive coverage is critical but test execution resources are limited.

How to Use

Install via Claude Code's plugin marketplace using `/plugin install pict-test-designer@pypict-claude-skill`, or manually clone to `.claude/skills/pict-test-designer`. Once installed, ask Claude to design test cases by describing your system parameters and constraints, such as 'Design test cases for a login function with username, password, and remember me checkbox.' Claude will generate a PICT model and formatted test case table with expected outputs.

Use Cases

Test case design for login systems with multiple authentication parameters

API testing with constraint-based validation across parameter combinations

Web form testing across browsers, operating systems, and user roles

Configuration testing for systems with multiple interdependent settings

Setup & Installation

Quick Install

No install command available. Check the GitHub repository for manual installation instructions.

Alternative Install (Git Clone)

git clone https://github.com/omkamal/pypict-claude-skill

Requirements

Claude Code or compatible AI agent
Works with: Claude

Quick Start Guide

Install the Skill

Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.

Open Your AI Agent

Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.

Try It Out

Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.

Customize

Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.

Usage Examples

Prompt Template

Generate 10 test cases using N-wise testing for a login system with the following parameters: [USERNAME], [PASSWORD], [CAPTCHA], [LOGIN_BUTTON]. Use the pypict library to ensure optimal coverage while minimizing the number of test cases. Provide the test cases in a structured format.

Example Output

# Test Cases for Login System

## Test Case 1
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Successful login

## Test Case 2
- **Username**: empty
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for empty username

## Test Case 3
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: empty
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for empty password

## Test Case 4
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: incorrect_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for incorrect captcha

## Test Case 5
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: invalid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for invalid password

## Test Case 6
- **Username**: special_characters
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for invalid username

## Test Case 7
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: special_characters
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for invalid password

## Test Case 8
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: empty
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Error message for empty captcha

## Test Case 9
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: not_clicked
- **Expected Result**: No action

## Test Case 10
- **Username**: valid_username
- **Password**: valid_password
- **Captcha**: correct_captcha
- **Login Button**: clicked
- **Expected Result**: Successful login