Fundamentals of Risk-Based and White-Box Test Techniques
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Fundamentals of Risk-Based and White-Box Test Techniques
This course is part of ISTQB Technical Test Analyst Preparation Specialization
Instructor: Board Infinity
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Understand the Technical Test Analystβs role in Risk-Based Testing, including risk identification and mitigation.
Compare and evaluate white-box test techniques to choose the most suitable method for different scenarios.
Implement effective API testing practices using appropriate tools and techniques.
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There are 3 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Risk-Based Testing and White-Box Test Techniques, both of which are essential components in the technical testing landscape. It begins with a detailed exploration of Risk-Based Testing, emphasizing the role of the Technical Test Analyst in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks throughout the testing process. The course then delves into the fundamentals and advanced concepts of White-Box Test Techniques, covering critical topics such as Statement Testing, Decision Testing, and MC/DC Testing. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge through video lectures and practical examples, equipping them with the skills necessary to implement effective risk-based strategies and white-box testing methods in real-world scenarios.
Learning Objectives: 1. Explain the Technical Test Analystβs role in Risk-Based Testing, including risk identification and mitigation. 2. Understand the application of fundamental and advanced white-box testing techniques. 3. Compare and evaluate white-box test techniques to choose the most suitable method for different scenarios. 4. Implement effective API testing practices using appropriate tools and techniques. Target Audience This course is intended for advanced participants who have already gained several years of practical experience in software testing and have completed the basic ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) course. It is ideal for professionals looking to reinforce their existing knowledge with more robust theoretical concepts and gain deeper insights into advanced testing practices. This course is particularly suited for those seeking to elevate their expertise in risk-based and white-box testing techniques, enabling them to handle complex testing scenarios with greater proficiency. Prerequisites 1. Foundation Level Certification: Learners should ideally hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification, as this course builds on the foundational concepts covered at that level. 2. Basic Understanding of Software Testing: A fundamental understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and processes, including test design techniques and the testing life cycle, is required. Please refer to this link for detailed prerequisites- https://www.istqb.org/certifications/technical-test-analyst. Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with ISTQB or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not an official preparation material of ISTQB. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.
This module delves into the critical tasks performed by technical test analysts in risk-based testing. Learners will explore the importance of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks to ensure the delivery of high-quality software. By understanding these tasks, participants can prioritize testing efforts based on risk assessment, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective testing processes.
What's included
11 videos2 readings3 assignments1 plugin
11 videosβ’Total 53 minutes
- Introduction to the Specializationβ’2 minutes
- Introduction to the Courseβ’2 minutes
- Meet your Instructorβ’1 minute
- Introduction to Risk-Based Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Overview of Risk-Based Testingβ’13 minutes
- Importance of Risk-Based Testingβ’6 minutes
- Key Concepts in Risk-Based Testingβ’5 minutes
- Risk-Based Testing Tasks: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Identifying Risksβ’7 minutes
- Analyzing Risksβ’7 minutes
- Mitigating Risksβ’7 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Read more about Comprehensive Insights into Risk-Based Testing and Risk Assessment Practices Across Industriesβ’30 minutes
- Read more about Comprehensive Approaches to Risk Identification, Mitigation, and Management Across Various Domainsβ’30 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Introduction to Risk-Based Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Risk-Based Testing Tasksβ’15 minutes
- Graded Quiz: The Technical Test Analyst's Tasks in Risk-Based Testingβ’60 minutes
1 pluginβ’Total 15 minutes
- Quick Course Check-Inβ’15 minutes
This module introduces the fundamentals of white-box testing, focusing on the basic techniques used to ensure thorough testing of internal code structures. Participants will learn about statement testing and decision testing, two essential white-box testing methods, and how to apply them to uncover hidden defects in software code.
What's included
10 videos3 readings4 assignments
10 videosβ’Total 49 minutes
- Introduction to White-Box Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Overview of White-Box Testingβ’9 minutes
- Key Concepts in White-Box Testingβ’9 minutes
- Benefits and Challengesβ’7 minutes
- Statement Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Basics of Statement Testingβ’5 minutes
- Techniques in Statement Testingβ’8 minutes
- Decision Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Introduction to Decision Testingβ’5 minutes
- Techniques in Decision Testingβ’4 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Read more about the Techniques and Insights into White-Box Testing: Coverage, Flow, and Beyondβ’30 minutes
- Read more about the Practical Techniques in Software Testing: Coverage, Path, Condition, Loop, and Control Flow Testingβ’30 minutes
- Read more about Core Techniques in Software Testing: Decision Table, Branch, and Code Coverageβ’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 105 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Introduction to White-Box Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Statement Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Decision Testingβ’15 minutes
- Graded Quiz: White-Box Test Techniques: Basicsβ’60 minutes
This module explores advanced white-box testing techniques, essential for tackling complex and critical testing scenarios. Participants will delve into MC/DC testing, multiple condition testing, API testing, and the criteria for selecting appropriate white-box test techniques. This module equips learners with the knowledge to handle sophisticated testing challenges and improve software reliability.
What's included
14 videos4 readings5 assignments
14 videosβ’Total 79 minutes
- MC/DC Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Basics of MC/DC Testingβ’6 minutes
- Techniques in MC/DC Testingβ’4 minutes
- Multiple Condition Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Overview of Multiple Condition Testingβ’5 minutes
- Techniques in Multiple Condition Testingβ’13 minutes
- API Testing: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Basics of API Testingβ’13 minutes
- Techniques in API Testingβ’8 minutes
- Tools for API Testingβ’8 minutes
- Selecting a White-Box Test Technique: Overviewβ’1 minute
- Criteria for Selecting Test Techniquesβ’9 minutes
- Comparison of Test Techniquesβ’10 minutes
- Course Closure - Gratitude !β’0 minutes
4 readingsβ’Total 120 minutes
- Read more about MC/DC Coverage and Decision Table Testing Essentialsβ’30 minutes
- Read more about Multiple Condition Coverage and Combinatorial Testing Techniquesβ’30 minutes
- Read more about API Testing: Concepts, Tools, and Best Practicesβ’30 minutes
- Read more about Key Software Testing Techniques: Data Flow Testing and Black Box Testingβ’30 minutes
5 assignmentsβ’Total 120 minutes
- Practice Quiz: MC/DC Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Multiple Condition Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: API Testingβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Selecting a White-Box Test Techniqueβ’15 minutes
- Graded Quiz: Advanced White-Box Test Techniquesβ’60 minutes
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