- Introduced `utils.py` for shared test utility functions (e.g., JWT generation, pod readiness checks, etc.).
- Added shared pytest fixtures in `conftest.py`, eliminating redundancy across Kubernetes and Docker Compose tests.
- Replaced inline test logic with reusable helper functions for Kubernetes configuration validation and resource readiness.
- Updated tests to leverage new consolidated functionality for better maintainability and clarity.
- Removed outdated, duplicate code in test files, aligning with new utilities and fixture structure.
