Citrus Framework
Test automation framework for message-based integration tests.
Overview
Citrus is a Java-based testing framework that focuses on integration testing of enterprise applications. While not just a mocking tool, it provides powerful capabilities to act as both a client and a server for various protocols (HTTP, JMS, TCP, etc.), allowing it to simulate and validate complex integration scenarios.
✨ Key Features
- Test framework for integration testing
- Acts as both client and server for mocking and testing
- Multi-protocol support (HTTP, JMS, Kafka, SOAP, etc.)
- Java and XML-based test case creation
- Integration with standard Java testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on integration testing rather than just mocking
- Strong support for enterprise messaging protocols (JMS, Kafka)
- Deep integration with the Spring ecosystem
Unique Value: Provides a unified, powerful framework for testing the integration of systems across multiple messaging protocols, going beyond simple request/response mocking.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Testing a system that communicates via both REST APIs and JMS queues
- Automating integration tests for enterprise service bus (ESB) workflows
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple API mocking for frontend development
- Users without Java programming experience
🏆 Alternatives
More focused on validating message sequences and content in complex integrations than tools like WireMock, which are primarily for mocking single services.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Fully open-source and free.
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