firebase / firebase/firebase-functions-python

testing support for concurrent HTTP calls and Firestore side effects in Firebase Cloud Functions (Python, Gen 2)

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Dominant language
Python
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Description

What I’m looking for

* A Python testing approach or library that can help for generation 2 functions & firebase.
* Mock/simulate multiple concurrent POST requests.
* Assert Firestore database state after execution.
* Something that works well the firebase local emulator.

What I have tried so far

1. I have found testing documentation for js : https://firebase.google.com/docs/functions/unit-testing
2. Tried testing on firebase emulator with little success since concurrency behaviour greatly differs from production:https://cloud.google.com/firestore/native/docs/emulator#transactions
3. Unit test samples only involve js : https://github.com/firebase/functions-samples/tree/main?tab=readme-ov-file

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Research direction

Start by comparing the Firebase JavaScript unit-testing documentation with the requested Python Gen 2 workflow, then review the linked Firestore emulator concurrency guidance. The issue is complete only when a reproducible approach covers concurrent POST requests, Firestore state assertions, and Firebase Local Emulator use.

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Assessment

Tech stack
firebase, python
Domain
backend, cloud, testing-qa
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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