Description
This 3-day course covers the software testing fundamentals, providing you with the necessary foundations for a software testing career. It is also useful for other IT professionals who wish to gain a knowledge of the terminology and processes of software testing.
The ISTQB® courses on this page are offered by Tesena s.r.o., accredited training provider. Certification tests are provided by the Czech and Slovak Testing Board, z.s.
Goals
- To provide an understanding of the basic principles of testing and present a standard testing terminology.
- To provide an overview of different test techniques, both dynamic and static, and how to apply them.
- To introduce the fundamental concepts of test management so that any team member can understand the contribution that will be expected of them.
- To promote and encourage a professional approach amongst software testers that will earn the respect of our colleagues in other IT disciplines.
Target
This Foundation Level course is suitable for anyone who is involved in or interested in software testing. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers and software developers. It is also appropriate for anyone who wants a basic understanding of software testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants.
Whilst it is aimed at people who are just starting a career in software testing, we also recommend it as a way for those who have already established themselves in this profession to demonstrate their accomplishments by obtaining certification, there by putting themselves in a position to proceed to higher-level or specialist ISTQB certificates.
People possessing an ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate may use the Certified Tester Foundation Level acronym CTFL.Contents
Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Testing
- The basic principles related to testing, the reasons why testing is required, what test objectives are, and the principles of successful testing.
- A standard test process, its major activities and work products.
Chapter 2: Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
- How testing is incorporated in every step of a software development lifecycle, depending on what tyupe of lifecycle (traditional, RAD, Agile etc.).
- The different test levels, test types, and impact analysis when working with maintenance testing.
Chapter 3: Static Testing
- The various static techniques of testing such as static analysis and reviews (i.e., informal reviews, walkthroughs, technical reviews, and inspections).
- How to apply a review technique to a work product to find defects.
Chapter 4: Test Techniques
- How to apply test techniques to derive test cases from other software work products.
- Black-box, white-box, and experience-based test techniques are covered.
Chapter 5: Test Management
- Test management is covered from a perspective where the tester can work with test managers, focusing on risk-based testing, test execution and defect reporting and handling.
- What can be included in various test documentation work products, such as test plans and reports.
- How to report defects in a clear and understandable way.v
Chapter 6: Tool Support for Testing
- A classification of common tool types, the risks and benefits connected with tools, and aspects of selecting and introducing tools.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for participating in this training. However, we recommend that participants have at least a minimum background in some aspects of software testing, software development, or application software support.Study Materials
The materials are in electronic form.Followups
ISTQB® CT Foundation Level - Agile Tester, ISTQB® CT Foundation Level - Automotive Software Tester, ISTQB® CT Foundation Level - Mobile Application Tester, ISTQB® CT Advanced Level - Test Manager
