This assessment helps you practice fundamental Java concepts using a Maven project structure. You will implement methods in Assessment.java and use JUnit 5 for Test-Driven Development (TDD).

• Understanding and implementing Methods (Functions).
• Using Loops (1D and 2D) effectively.
• Applying Control Flow Statements.
• Working with Data Structures (List, Map, arrays).
• Problem-solving skills through algorithm design.
• String Manipulation.
• TDD – Unit testing with JUnit 5.

This project follows a standard Maven directory layout:

• src/main/java/com/assessment/Assessment.java: Your implementation file.
• src/test/java/com/assessment/AssessmentTest.java: The JUnit test file.
• pom.xml: The Maven Project Object Model file (contains project configuration and dependencies).

• Assessment.java (in src/main/java/...): Implement the method stubs here.
• AssessmentTest.java (in src/test/java/...): Contains JUnit tests. Do not modify this file.
• pom.xml (in the project root): Manages dependencies (like JUnit) and build settings.
• README.md (this file).

1. Prerequisites:

   • Java Development Kit (JDK) installed (the pom.xml provided targets Java 21).
   • Apache Maven installed and configured in your system's PATH.

2. Fork and clone the repository:

   • Fork the repository to your GitHub account.
   • Clone the forked repository to your local machine using:

     git clone

3. Import Project:

   • Clone or download the project files.
   • Open your IDE (IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, VS Code with Java & Maven extensions) and import it as a Maven project. The IDE should automatically recognize pom.xml and set up dependencies.

4. Understand the Tasks (TDD Approach):

   • Red: Open AssessmentTest.java. Review a test method (e.g., testGenerateFibonacciSequence). Run the tests before writing implementation code.
     • From the command line (in the project root directory):

       mvn clean test

     • Or, use your IDE's "Run Tests" feature (often by right-clicking AssessmentTest.java or the project).
     • Tests should fail initially.
   • Green: Open Assessment.java. Implement the logic for the method corresponding to the failing test. Re-run the tests. Aim to make the specific test pass.
   • Refactor: (Optional) Improve your code's clarity or efficiency without changing its behavior (tests should still pass).

5. Iterate:

   • Repeat the Red-Green-Refactor cycle for each method/test until all tests pass.

6. Interpreting Test Results:

   • Maven will output test results to the console. BUILD SUCCESS with no test failures means you're done!
   • If tests fail, Maven (and your IDE) will show which assertions failed, expected vs. actual values, and stack traces, helping you debug.

Good luck with your assessment! Remember, the goal is to practice and improve your Java skills through TDD. If you have any questions or need help, feel free to ask in the course forum or reach out.