This Karma plugin, `karma-time-stats-reporter`, provides detailed statistics on test execution times, including a histogram visualization and identification of slow tests. Currently at version 0.1.0, it allows users to configure bin sizes for the histogram, set a threshold for what is considered a 'slow' test, and specify the number of the slowest tests to report. It aims to help developers pinpoint performance bottlenecks in their test suites by offering a granular view of test durations. Its release cadence appears to be infrequent, with its latest update being v0.1.0, indicating a stable but less frequently updated project. Key differentiators include its granular control over time reporting through options like `binSize`, `slowThreshold`, and `reportOnlyBeyondThreshold`, which collectively offer a comprehensive analysis beyond basic pass/fail reporting.
npm install karma-time-stats-reporterVerified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.
This configuration snippet for `karma.conf.js` sets up the `karma-time-stats-reporter` to generate a histogram of test times, identify slow tests, and report the top 5 slowest tests, providing detailed insights into test suite performance.
Regularly check release notes for breaking changes before upgrading, especially for minor version bumps. Consider pinning to a specific patch version if stability is critical.
When setting `slowThreshold`, consider its relationship to `binSize` and test the resulting behavior. Observe the reporter's output to confirm the actual threshold being applied for slow tests.
Ensure the package is installed (`npm install karma-time-stats-reporter --save-dev`) and `time-stats` is correctly added to the `reporters` array in your `karma.conf.js` file: `reporters: ['progress', 'time-stats']`.
Verify that `timeStatsReporter` is a direct property of the `config.set()` object (i.e., at the top level alongside `reporters`, `browsers`, etc.) and that its properties are correctly named and typed according to the documentation.