The IT industry today is still far from zero defects. The importance of software to society urges the need for effective software testing. During this ISTQB testing foundation course you will learn about the principles of testing, test objectives and fundamental test process. The different test levels (or test phases) and test types will also be explained. A major part of the course is dedicated towards both static (reviews) and dynamic test techniques. The course includes exercises on test techniques such as equivalence partitioning, boundary value analyses, decision table testing, exploratory testing and Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD). Managing the test activities will be presented, covering topics like test organization, test planning, estimation, risk-analyses, test monitoring and control and test reporting. To conclude, an overview of different test tools will be provided, including their benefits and the risks associated using test tools.
This 3 day course is based on the ISTQB Foundation syllabus. Participants are throughout this course also prepared to successfully take the ISTQB Foundation exam.
Topics covered
- Testing fundamentals and principles
- Standard test terminology
- Test life cycle (Agile, DevOps, test levels, test types and maintenance testing)
- Static testing (review process, types of reviews)
- Test analysis and design (black-box techniques, white-box techniques, experienced-based techniques and collaborative based test approaches)
- Managing the test activities (e.g., test planning, risk management, estimation, reporting and defect management)
- Test tools (types of tools, benefits and risks)
- Preparation for the ISTQB Foundation exam
Learning objectives
- Use a common test language for efficient and effective communication
- Understand established concepts, the fundamental test process, test approaches, risks and principles to support test objectives
- Contribute in reviews of the test basis and test artifacts
- Understand the factors that influence the priorities and efforts related to testing
- Work as part of a cross-functional team
- Design tests using established test techniques and approaches at all test levels for systems of small to medium complexity
- Interpret and execute tests, and analyze and report on the results of tests
- Write and communicate clear and understandable defect reports
- Know the risks and benefits related to test automation.
Who should attend
This course is intended for all who want to gain more knowledge and acquire skills on structured testing. It is suitable for all that are involved in software or system testing either full-time or part-time. Testers who want to enhance their understanding of structured testing and as part of their test career want to acquire the ISTQB Foundation certificate. Users, developers and administrators involved in testing software products, e.g., in the context of an Agile team. Quality managers, project managers or project leaders requiring more knowledge of structured testing and those that are involved in defining testing standards and test process improvement.
This training is a crucial start for Risk Officers, Information Security Officers, Business Analysts, Software Testers, Software Developers, Project Managers, and Industry Leaders in general to understand the basics of Testing in Change Management, as part of the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management Program. It is suitable for anyone who deals with testing and wants to know more about the concepts of testing. You will learn about Testing Principles & Standards, Test management, Test phases, Reviews and Inspections, and Testing techniques for both white-box and black-box testing, as well as test tools. This training prepares you for the official ISTQB® Certified Tester – Foundation Level exam.
Tutor: Rogier Ammerlaan
Rogier Ammerlaan’s ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation – Ammerlaan IT Training & Advies (ammerlaantraining.nl) is a leading international trainer in the fields of Business Analysis, Testing, Agile, and Data & Analytics.