Enhance data source handling to support class-level ArgumentsAttribut…

[thomhurst]

…e with constructor parameters and update related methods

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Pull Request Review

Reviewing this PR that enhances data source handling to support class-level ArgumentsAttribute with constructor parameters.

Todo List:

• Read and analyze changed files
• Review code quality and best practices
• Check for potential bugs or issues
• Evaluate performance considerations
• Assess security concerns
• Review test coverage
• Provide comprehensive feedback

Review Summary

This PR successfully addresses the enhancement to support class-level ArgumentsAttribute with constructor parameters. The implementation is well-designed and follows TUnit's architectural principles.

Code Quality & Best Practices ✅

Strengths:

• Type Safety Improvement: Changing from IMethodSymbol? to ImmutableArray<IParameterSymbol> provides better type safety and makes the API more explicit about what parameters are expected
• Clear Separation of Concerns: The isClassDataSource parameter cleanly separates class-level vs method-level data source handling
• Consistent Patterns: All call sites are updated consistently with the new isClassDataSource parameter
• Modern C# Usage: Uses collection expressions and modern patterns as per TUnit guidelines

Architecture Compliance ✅

The changes maintain behavioral parity between source-generated and reflection modes:

• Constructor parameter resolution works the same way in both modes
• The source generator produces equivalent metadata to what reflection would discover
• No breaking changes to existing API contracts

Bug Analysis ✅

Potential Issues Identified:

1. Constructor Selection Logic: The code selects the constructor with the most parameters (OrderByDescending(c => c.Parameters.Length).FirstOrDefault()). This could be problematic if there are multiple constructors with the same parameter count.

2. Missing Null Check: While the code checks if (constructor != null), it doesn't validate that the constructor parameters match the Arguments attribute data types.

Positive Aspects:

• Proper handling of both class-level and method-level scenarios
• Graceful fallback when constructor is not found
• Maintains existing behavior for method-level Arguments

Performance Considerations ✅

Performance Impact: Minimal

• Changes are compile-time only (source generator)
• No runtime performance impact
• Constructor lookup is done once during compilation
• Uses efficient LINQ operations with early termination

Security Assessment ✅

No Security Concerns Identified:

• All changes are in compile-time source generation
• No exposure of sensitive data
• No new attack vectors introduced
• Maintains AOT compatibility

Test Coverage Assessment ⚠️

Good Coverage:

• New test class demonstrates the intended functionality
• Tests both string parameter scenarios ("Hello", "World")
• Follows TUnit test patterns correctly

Recommendations for Enhanced Testing:

1. Multiple Constructor Scenarios: Test class with multiple constructors
2. Type Mismatch Testing: Arguments that don't match constructor parameter types
3. Complex Parameter Types: Non-string constructor parameters
4. Edge Cases: Empty arguments, null values

Specific Code Review Comments

TUnit.Core.SourceGenerator/CodeGenerationHelpers.cs:79-82

if (attr.AttributeClass?.Name == "ArgumentsAttribute" && !targetParameters.IsDefault)
{
    parameterTypes = targetParameters.Select(p => p.Type).ToArray();
}

✅ Good: Proper null checking and default value handling

TUnit.Core.SourceGenerator/Generators/TestMetadataGenerator.cs:709-725

var constructor = typeSymbol.Constructors
    .Where(c => !c.IsStatic && c.DeclaredAccessibility == Accessibility.Public)
    .OrderByDescending(c => c.Parameters.Length)
    .FirstOrDefault();

⚠️ Consider: This logic assumes the constructor with the most parameters is the correct one. Consider adding validation or documentation about this assumption.

New Test Class

✅ Excellent: Clean, focused test that demonstrates the feature working correctly

Recommended Actions

1. Run Snapshot Tests: According to CLAUDE.md, source generator changes require running dotnet test TUnit.Core.SourceGenerator.Tests
2. Consider Enhanced Constructor Selection: Document or improve the constructor selection logic
3. Add Edge Case Tests: Consider testing scenarios with multiple constructors or type mismatches

Overall Assessment

Verdict: ✅ APPROVED

This is a well-implemented enhancement that:

• Maintains TUnit's architectural principles
• Follows established patterns
• Provides clear value for class-level parameterized testing
• Has minimal risk and good test coverage

The code quality is high and the changes are focused and purposeful. The only minor concern is the constructor selection logic, which could benefit from additional validation or documentation.

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