How do you automate integration tests in CI/CD pipelines?

Short answer: Configure pipeline steps to run integration tests after build, using test runners, setting up test databases, and cleaning up after tests. Use containers or managed services to mimic production-like environments.

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest unit tests cover pricing and discount rules so a bad coupon change fails in CI before customers see it.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.