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+# **Axelrod Project Contribution (v4.13.2, 2025-01-06)**
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+## **Contribution Overview**
+I contributed to the **Axelrod** project, focusing on internal improvements and code optimization while adhering to best practices for testing and software maintenance.
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+## **Key Changes**
+1. **Refactoring Test Classes**:
+   - Updated the `TestOpponent` class by removing the `__init__` constructor and replacing it with a static `strategy` method, addressing the **PytestCollectionWarning**.
+   - Renamed test classes such as `TestMakesUseOfLengthAndGamePlayer` and `TestMakesUseOfNothingPlayer` to align with naming standards.
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+2. **Improving Test Coverage**:
+   - Added checks for missing files and path handling in integration tests.
+   - Enhanced existing tests to ensure 100% local coverage.
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+3. **Configuration and Documentation Updates**:
+   - Modified `tox.ini` to support **Python 3.11 and 3.12**, including parallel test execution using **pytest-xdist**.
+   - Updated the `Makefile` to prevent blocking errors during documentation builds.
+   - Adjusted `setup.py` to correctly locate dependencies.
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+4. **Dependency Management**:
+   - Created and organized `requirements.txt` and `requirements/development.txt` for better management of production and development dependencies.
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+## **Tools Used**
+- **Tox**: For environment automation and verification.
+- **Pytest**: Testing framework.
+- **Hypothesis**: Property-based test generation.
+- **Black**: Python code formatter.
+- **isort**: Import sorting tool.
+- **Git**: Version control.
+- **GitHub Actions**: Continuous Integration.
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+## **Results**
+- **Code Coverage**: Achieved 100% local coverage with 17,788 statements and no misses.
+- **Tests**: 5,139 tests passed, 1 expected failure, and 6 skipped tests.
+- Improved compatibility with the latest Python versions and development tools.
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+This contribution highlights my ability to work on complex projects, leveraging advanced tools for testing and code quality while paying close attention to detail to ensure a well-maintained and tested software.