Deprecating idling resource libraries

194 · Jake Wharton · Feb. 19, 2025, 4:38 p.m.
Summary
The blog post discusses the deprecation of idling resource libraries such as RxIdler and okhttp-idling-resource in testing frameworks, emphasizing a shift towards a more user-centric approach in UI testing. The author argues that the original idling resource concept relies too much on internal application states, which do not reflect real user interactions. Instead, he advocates for waiting on specific UI conditions and mentions new built-in Compose testing APIs as a more effective alternative. Existing users are encouraged to migrate at their own pace, but the deprecation signals a change in recommended practices.