This training will enable you to acquire the fundamentals of Information System software testing. You'll understand the role of tests in the software lifecycle and see the technologies for designing and managing them. This course will also prepare you for ISTQB Foundation certification based on the the 2018 version of the framework.
Training at your location, our location or remotely
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3d - 21h
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This training will enable you to acquire the fundamentals of Information System software testing. You'll understand the role of tests in the software lifecycle and see the technologies for designing and managing them. This course will also prepare you for ISTQB Foundation certification based on the the 2018 version of the framework.
Intended audience
This training is for software testing professionals. It is also for project owners and lead contractors, end users, and production and operation managers.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of software lifecycles (information systems, onboard systems, real time).
Course schedule
Fundamentals of Testing
Why is testing necessary.
What is testing?
General testing principles.
Fundamental test process.
The psychology of testing.
Testing throughout the life cycle
Software development models.
Test levels.
Test types: the targets of testing.
Maintenance testing.
Static techniques
Reviews and test process.
Review process.
Static analysis by Tools.
Test design techniques
Test conditions and designing test cases.
Categories of test design techniques.
Specification-based or black-box techniques.
Structure-based or white-box techniques.
Experience-based techniques.
Choosing test techniques.
Test management
Test organisation.
Test planning and estimation.
Progress monitoring and control.
Configuration management.
Risk and testing.
Incident management.
Tool support for testing
Types of test Tools.
Effective use of tools: potential benefits and risks.
Introducing a tool into an organization.
Exam
Mock examination.
Official ISTQB examination.
Certification
The certification exam is included in the training. Obtaining international ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) certification makes it possible to demonstrate acquisition of a level of knowledge and skill in testing software for lead contractors and project owners. Training followed by official certification by the ISTQB.
Practical details
Certificate
Hands-on work during days 2 and 3. Continuous exam preparation (~100 questions). Mock exam and correction with comments on the 3rd day.
Teaching methods;
Description of concepts, hands-on exercises, and preparing for the test.
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Dates and locations
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Remote class
No session at the moment, we invite you to consult the schedule of distance classes.
3d
- 21h00 
