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Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2018 20:38:49 +0100
From: Sam Ravnborg <sam@ravnborg.org>
Subject: Re: [PATCH 00/14] Add Kconfig unit tests
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Hi Masahiro.

On Tue, Feb 06, 2018 at 09:34:40AM +0900, Masahiro Yamada wrote:
> I am applying various patches to Kconfig these days.
> 
> However, I fear regressions.  I have been thinking of unit-tests.
> 
> There are various cryptic parts in Kconfig and corner cases where
> it is difficult to notice breakage.  If unit-tests cover those,
> I will be able to apply changes more confidently.
> 
> So, here is the trial.
...

Great to see this done.
And +1 for basing this on a standard framework rather than inventing your own.

> If you have an idea for better implementation, comments are appreciated.
Nope, please continue with pytest.

	Sam