One of the most effective ways to contribute is by helping to test the Rocket.Chat core server code, as well as its web, desktop, and mobile applications. This document provides a guide on how to get involved in testing Rocket.Chat, ensuring its robustness and reliability for users worldwide.
{% hint style="info" %} Prerequisites
- Set up your development environment
- Google Chrome Browser {% endhint %}
Run meteor with the command below:
TEST_MODE=true meteor
To run the tests, the server must be started with the environment variable TEST_MODE=true. This will set all animations' duration to 0 and create an extra admin user with the login values:
_id: "rocketchat.internal.admin.test"
name: "RocketChat Internal Admin Test"
username: "rocketchat.internal.admin.test"
emails: "rocketchat.internal.admin.test@rocket.chat"
password: "rocketchat.internal.admin.test"
Once the server is running in the test mode, you can proceed to run the tests. This process requires opening another terminal window and executing the command below:
meteor npm run test
Contributing to Rocket.Chat by testing its core server code and applications is a valuable way to ensure the platform's stability and functionality. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can play a crucial role in the ongoing development and improvement of Rocket.Chat. Your contribution will help maintain the platform's high standards, benefiting users around the globe.