---
id: angular.testing.angular-component-testing-patterns-v17
name: Angular Component Testing Patterns v17+
description: >
  Reviews Angular component testing patterns for Angular 17+ projects, focusing on modern template syntax awareness, stable component contracts, and contract-focused tests.
stack:
  - Angular
  - TypeScript
category: testing
status: stable
version: 0.4.0
owner: NgAutoPilot
triggers:
  - component testing v17
  - angular 17 component tests
  - modern component testing
  - template interaction tests
  - component contract testing
compatibility:
  angular:
    min: "17"
    recommendedModern: "17+"
---

# Angular Component Testing Patterns v17+

## Purpose

Use this skill for component testing in Angular 17+ projects.

The version-specific value here is alignment with modern Angular template and component practices, while still keeping the test focus on public contract behavior.

## When to Use

Use this skill when:

- the project is Angular 17 or newer
- component tests need to reflect modern Angular usage
- reusable UI components need contract tests
- host and interaction testing patterns are being modernized

## Do

Test inputs, outputs, and rendered behavior.

Prefer stable queries.

Keep host tests for parent-driven interactions.

## Do Not

Avoid using this as a reason to rewrite all tests.

Avoid coupling tests to internals.

## Review Checklist

- [ ] Angular version is 17 or newer.
- [ ] Tests focus on public contract.
- [ ] Queries are stable.
- [ ] Host testing is used when helpful.

## Expected Output

When this skill is used, the agent should:

1. Confirm the 17+ baseline.
2. Recommend contract-focused component tests.
3. Keep markup coupling low.
4. Use host tests when needed.
5. Produce modern Angular testing guidance.