Why are test methods restricted to the void type?

[rlagyu0]

Why are test methods restricted to the void type? If they could return a value, it seems like it would provide more flexibility. The framework could simply ignore the return value, and developers could use test methods not only for testing purposes but also for other business logic if needed.

[sbrannen]

The rationale is that it is likely an error if a @Test method returns something, since the testing framework will never make use of such a return value.

For background see:

• Forbid return values from test and lifecycle methods #835
• Report discovery issues for invalid testable methods #4420

[rlagyu0]

thak u :)