JUnit is a widely-used open-source framework for writing and running tests in the Java programming language. It is designed to help developers ensure code quality and reliability by facilitating a streamlined, standardized testing process. JUnit provides annotations, assertions, and test runners, allowing developers to write and manage repeatable automated tests. It is an integral part of the test-driven development (TDD) approach. JUnit is highly extensible, supporting seamless integration with a variety of development environments and build tools, including popular IDEs and CI/CD systems.