Mockingbird is a tool designed to help software developers test their apps without needing the real server or backend ready. Imagine you’re building a new app, but the part of the system that handles data isn’t finished yet. Instead of waiting around, you can use Mockingbird to create a pretend version of that system. This allows you to keep working and testing your app as if everything is already set up, saving time and frustration. It’s like having a stand-in actor during a movie rehearsal—you get to practice and refine your work before the real thing is ready.

Main features

1. Multiple Responses for Each Route: You can create different responses for the same API route, allowing you to simulate various scenarios, like successful requests or errors, and test how your app handles them.

2. Presets: With presets, you can switch between different sets of responses with just one click. This makes it easy to test how your app behaves in different situations without manually changing the responses each time.

3. Git Integration: All your mock data is stored in a Git repository, providing version control and security without the need for extra servers. This means you can track changes over time and collaborate with others more effectively.

4. Proxy Functionality: Mockingbird can listen to actual API requests and responses, helping you quickly create mocks based on real API calls. This saves you time by automating part of the setup process.

5. API Call Monitoring: It monitors all incoming API calls, so you can see exactly what requests are being made by your app and how they’re being handled by Mockingbird.

6. GraphQL Support: If you’re using GraphQL instead of traditional REST APIs, Mockingbird has you covered, with full support for creating and managing GraphQL mocks.

7. Multiple Projects and Servers: It’s easy to manage different projects and servers within Mockingbird, making it a versatile tool for teams working on multiple applications.

8. Built-in API for Testing: Mockingbird includes a built-in API that allows you to control it during automated tests, helping you to seamlessly integrate it into your testing workflow.

These features combined make Mockingbird a powerful and flexible tool for developers who need to simulate backend systems during development and testing.