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PR Review: Fix nested classes conflicting with the same testid

This PR addresses a critical bug where nested classes with the same test method names would generate conflicting test IDs. I've analyzed the changes thoroughly and have both positive feedback and important concerns.

Todo List:

  • Read CLAUDE.md for TUnit-specific guidelines
  • Analyze the changes in TestIdentifierService.cs
  • Check for dual-mode compatibility (source-gen vs reflection)
  • Evaluate code quality and best practices
  • Identify potential bugs or issues
  • Assess performance implications
  • Review security considerations
  • Evaluate test coverage needs
  • Provide comprehensive feedback

✅ Positive Aspects

1. Performance Optimizations

The code follows TUnit's performance-first philosophy excellently:

  • ArrayPool usage: Uses ArrayPool<Type>.Shared to avoid heap allocations for temporary Type arrays
  • StringBuilder optimization: Pre-sizes StringBuilder with estimated capacity (256 bytes)
  • Span usage: Leverages ReadOnlySpan<Type> for parameter handling
  • Efficient string building: Uses chained StringBuilder.Append() calls

2. Code Quality

  • Modern C# syntax: Uses collection expressions and proper disposal patterns
  • Resource management: Proper try/finally blocks ensure ArrayPool arrays are returned
  • Namespace conventions: Uses file-scoped namespaces as per TUnit guidelines

3. Key Bug Fix

The main fix in GetTypeNameWithGenerics() at lines 150-212 now properly handles:

  • Full type hierarchy: Builds complete type hierarchy including all containing types
  • Generic type handling: Correctly formats generic arguments with full names
  • Nested class uniqueness: Uses DeclaringType to walk up the hierarchy

⚠️ Critical Issues

1. VIOLATION: Missing Dual-Mode Implementation

🚨 This is a CRITICAL issue per TUnit Rule 1

The fix only addresses the reflection mode (TUnit.Engine) but completely ignores the source-generated mode (TUnit.Core.SourceGenerator).

Evidence:

  • TestIdentifierService.cs is in TUnit.Engine (reflection mode only)
  • Source generator creates test IDs in TestMethodAnalyzer.cs:100:
    TestId = $"{typeSymbol.ToDisplayString()}.{methodSymbol.Name}_{{{{TestIndex}}}}"
  • This source-gen logic doesn't include the hierarchy fixes from this PR

Impact: The same test ID collision bug will persist in source-generated mode, creating inconsistent behavior between execution modes.

2. Performance Concern in Hot Path

The GetTypeNameWithGenerics() method is in a critical hot path (test discovery) and introduces:

  • Multiple allocations: List<string>, multiple StringBuilder instances
  • Reflection overhead: Walking DeclaringType hierarchy for every test
  • String operations: Multiple string operations per test

Lines of concern: 151-201, especially the List<string> allocation and Reverse() call.

3. Missing Test Coverage

Based on the test files I examined (Class1Tests.cs, Class2Tests.cs), the existing tests may not adequately cover:

  • Complex nested inheritance scenarios
  • Generic nested classes
  • Multiple levels of nesting
  • Performance regression testing

🔧 Specific Code Issues

Line 185: Potential Null Reference

typeSb.Append(genericArgs[i].FullName ?? genericArgs[i].Name);

While defensive, this could mask issues. Consider logging when FullName is null.

Lines 28-36: Code Duplication

The array filling logic is duplicated between GenerateTestId and GenerateFailedTestId. Consider extracting to a helper method.

Line 67: Magic String

sb.Append("_inherited").Append(combination.InheritanceDepth);

Should be a named constant for maintainability.

📋 Required Actions

1. Implement Source-Generated Mode (MANDATORY)

Per TUnit Rule 1, you MUST implement the same fix in the source generator:

// In TestMethodAnalyzer.cs, replace:
TestId = $"{typeSymbol.ToDisplayString()}.{methodSymbol.Name}_{{{{TestIndex}}}}"
// With proper hierarchy building similar to GetTypeNameWithGenerics

2. Performance Optimization

Consider caching type hierarchy results:

private static readonly ConcurrentDictionary<Type, string> _typeNameCache = new();

3. Add Comprehensive Tests

Add tests covering:

  • Nested generic classes
  • Multiple inheritance levels
  • Both execution modes
  • Performance benchmarks

4. Update Snapshots

If source generator changes are made, run:

dotnet test TUnit.Core.SourceGenerator.Tests
# Accept any snapshot changes

🔍 Security & Architecture

  • Security: No security concerns identified
  • AOT Compatibility: Current reflection usage appears compatible with existing AOT annotations
  • Breaking Changes: None - this is a bug fix maintaining backward compatibility

📊 Test Coverage Assessment

The existing test files (Bugs/3684/*) provide basic coverage for the nested class scenario, but comprehensive testing should include:

  • Complex nesting scenarios
  • Generic type combinations
  • Both execution modes explicitly
  • Performance regression tests

🎯 Recommendation

CONDITIONAL APPROVAL - This PR addresses a real bug with good performance optimizations, but has a critical flaw:

  1. Approve the reflection mode implementation - well-executed with good performance practices
  2. BLOCK until source-generated mode is implemented - violates TUnit Rule 1
  3. ⚠️ Consider performance optimizations for the hot path
  4. 📝 Add comprehensive test coverage for complex scenarios

The dual-mode requirement is non-negotiable per TUnit guidelines. Without it, users will experience different behavior depending on their execution mode, which defeats TUnit's reliability guarantees.


@thomhurst thomhurst enabled auto-merge (squash) November 4, 2025 12:31
@thomhurst thomhurst merged commit 4fd49ad into main Nov 4, 2025
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@thomhurst thomhurst deleted the bug/3684-2 branch November 4, 2025 12:50
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