Explore a comprehensive conference talk that delves into common pitfalls of test-driven development (TDD) and how to overcome them. Learn why teams often struggle to reap the promised benefits of TDD despite having seemingly healthy test suites. Discover the different phases of testing, understand the motivations behind automated testing, and gain insights into writing effective tests. Examine practical examples of mocking queries, handling stubs, and dealing with complex object interactions. Uncover the importance of proper design in testing and how TDD influences code thinking. Address concerns about writing tests, testing third-party code, and working with repositories. Gain valuable knowledge to improve your test suite and maximize the benefits of TDD in your development process.