User Story

As an OpenShift developer, I want pre-merge testing for vSphere 7.x deprecation and removal features so that we can catch regressions before they reach the main branch.

Description

Implement pre-merge testing to ensure that changes to the vSphere 7.x deprecation and blocking functionality don't introduce regressions or break the intended behavior.

Acceptance Criteria

Pre-merge Test Implementation

• [ ] Create fast pre-merge tests for vSphere version detection logic
• [ ] Implement tests for deprecation warning display and formatting
• [ ] Create tests for installation blocking functionality
• [ ] Test error message generation and content validation
• [ ] Implement tests for upgrade blocking scenarios

Test Optimization

• [ ] Optimize test execution time for developer workflow integration
• [ ] Create mock/stub implementations for faster version detection testing
• [ ] Implement parallel test execution where possible
• [ ] Focus on high-value test scenarios for pre-merge validation
• [ ] Balance comprehensive coverage with execution speed

Integration with Development Workflow

• [ ] Integrate vSphere 7.x tests into PR validation process
• [ ] Ensure test failures block merging of related changes
• [ ] Provide clear feedback to developers on test failures
• [ ] Create test selection logic based on code change impact
• [ ] Implement retry mechanisms for transient test failures

Test Coverage Strategy

• [ ] Cover core functionality changes in pre-merge testing
• [ ] Test version detection edge cases and error handling
• [ ] Validate message formatting and content requirements
• [ ] Test integration points with installer and upgrade logic
• [ ] Cover backwards compatibility scenarios during transition

Developer Experience

• [ ] Ensure test feedback is timely and actionable
• [ ] Provide clear documentation for running tests locally
• [ ] Create debugging guidance for test failures
• [ ] Minimize false positive rate for vSphere 7.x tests
• [ ] Optimize resource usage for sustainable test execution

Definition of Done

• Pre-merge testing covers all critical vSphere 7.x deprecation functionality
• Tests provide fast feedback to developers without blocking productivity
• Test reliability meets developer team expectations
• Integration with PR workflow is seamless and effective