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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand the role of Technical Test Analysts in reviews and apply techniques for effective review processes.

  • Plan, implement, and manage test automation projects, integrating them seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines.

  • Select and utilize appropriate test tools, frameworks, and scripting techniques to enhance test automation efficiency.

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15 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the ISTQB Technical Test Analyst Preparation Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

This course offers an advanced exploration of review techniques and test automation tools, aimed at enhancing software testing practices. It covers the role of a Technical Test Analyst in reviews, effective use of checklists, and strategies for overcoming implementation challenges. The course also delves into planning, defining, and integrating test automation projects with CI/CD pipelines. Learners will gain insights into selecting and utilizing various test tools, scripting, and maintaining an automation suite. Designed for experienced professionals, this course equips participants with the skills to drive higher quality in software products through effective reviews and robust test automation.

Learning Objectives 1. Understand the role of Technical Test Analysts in reviews and apply techniques for effective review processes. 2. Plan, implement, and manage test automation projects, integrating them seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines. 3. Select and utilize appropriate test tools, frameworks, and scripting techniques to enhance test automation efficiency. 4. Evaluate and apply best practices for maintaining test automation suites, ensuring scalability, reliability, and quality in software testing. Target Audience This course is tailored for advanced participants with several years of practical experience in software testing, particularly those who have completed the basic ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) course. It is ideal for professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of review techniques and expand their expertise in test automation. 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 focuses on the critical role of reviews in the software testing process. Learners will understand the tasks of a technical test analyst during reviews, the significance of using checklists, and best practices for implementing reviews. The module also covers common challenges faced during reviews and strategies to overcome them, ensuring thorough and effective review processes.

What's included

10 videos3 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

10 videosβ€’Total 34 minutes
  • Introduction to the Courseβ€’2 minutes
  • Meet your Instructorβ€’1 minute
  • Technical Test Analyst Tasks in Reviews : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Role of a Test Analyst in Reviewsβ€’4 minutes
  • Techniques for Effective Reviewsβ€’7 minutes
  • Case Studiesβ€’4 minutes
  • Using Checklists in Reviews : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Importance of Checklistsβ€’5 minutes
  • Creating Effective Checklistsβ€’5 minutes
  • Examples of Checklistsβ€’5 minutes
3 readingsβ€’Total 75 minutes
  • Syllabusβ€’15 minutes
  • Read more about Best Practices for Effective Code Reviews: Strategies and Analysisβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Streamlining Software Testing with Checklists and Test Case Reviewsβ€’30 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Reviewsβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Technical Test Analyst Tasks in Reviewsβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Using Checklists in Reviewsβ€’15 minutes
1 discussion promptβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • Meet and Greetβ€’10 minutes
1 pluginβ€’Total 5 minutes
  • Quick Course Check-Inβ€’5 minutes

This module introduces the fundamentals of test automation, including the benefits, key concepts, and steps for planning a test automation project. Participants will learn how to define the scope and objectives of an automation project, select appropriate tools and technologies, and implement automation strategies. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to initiate and manage test automation projects effectively.

What's included

12 videos3 readings4 assignments

12 videosβ€’Total 75 minutes
  • Introduction to Test Automation : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Overview of Test Automationβ€’7 minutes
  • Benefits of Test Automationβ€’7 minutes
  • Key Conceptsβ€’7 minutes
  • Planning a Test Automation Project : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Steps for Planningβ€’9 minutes
  • Key Considerationsβ€’10 minutes
  • Case Studiesβ€’5 minutes
  • Defining the Test Automation Project : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Scope and Objectivesβ€’8 minutes
  • Tools and Technologiesβ€’9 minutes
  • Implementation Strategiesβ€’10 minutes
3 readingsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Read more about Strategies in Automated Software Testing: Implementation and Toolsβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Crafting a Successful Automation Test Plan: Strategies, Steps, and Best Practicesβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Key Steps for Successful Test Automation: Implementation and Framework Designβ€’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Test Tools and Automationβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to Test Automationβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Planning a Test Automation Projectβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Defining the Test Automation Projectβ€’15 minutes

This module provides an overview of various test tools, their key features, benefits, and challenges. Participants will learn how to select the right test tools based on specific criteria, compare popular tools, and understand best practices for their implementation. The knowledge gained will help learners make informed decisions about tool selection and usage in their testing processes.

What's included

12 videos3 readings4 assignments

12 videosβ€’Total 92 minutes
  • Overview of Test Tools : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Types of Test Toolsβ€’13 minutes
  • Key Featuresβ€’16 minutes
  • Benefits and Challengesβ€’10 minutes
  • Selecting Test Tools : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Criteria for Selectionβ€’9 minutes
  • Comparison of Popular Toolsβ€’9 minutes
  • Case Studiesβ€’9 minutes
  • Best Practices in Using Test Tools : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Implementation Strategiesβ€’8 minutes
  • Common Challengesβ€’6 minutes
  • Solutions and Strategiesβ€’7 minutes
3 readingsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Read more about Software Testing Tools: Selection, Usage, and Top Picksβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more on Evaluating and Selecting Software Testing Toolsβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Best Practices in Software Testing and Automationβ€’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Specific Test Toolsβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Overview of Test Toolsβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Selecting Test Toolsβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Best Practices in Using Test Toolsβ€’15 minutes

This module explores advanced topics in test automation, including scripting, frameworks, CI/CD integration, and maintenance. Learners will gain insights into different scripting techniques, types of frameworks, and best practices for scripting. Additionally, the module covers integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines and maintaining automation projects, ensuring they remain effective and up-to-date.

What's included

14 videos3 readings4 assignments

14 videosβ€’Total 67 minutes
  • Scripting and Frameworks : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Basics of Scriptingβ€’6 minutes
  • Types of Frameworksβ€’5 minutes
  • Best Practicesβ€’7 minutes
  • Integrating Test Automation with CI/CD : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Overview of CI/CDβ€’7 minutes
  • Integrating Test Automationβ€’7 minutes
  • Tools and Technologiesβ€’9 minutes
  • Maintaining Test Automation : Overviewβ€’1 minute
  • Strategies for Maintenanceβ€’7 minutes
  • Common Challengesβ€’8 minutes
  • Solutions and Best Practicesβ€’7 minutes
  • Course Closure - Gratitude !β€’1 minute
  • Specialization Closureβ€’1 minute
3 readingsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Read more about Essential Components of Test Automation: Frameworks, Scripts, and Scenariosβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Streamlining CI/CD with Automation: Tools and Techniquesβ€’30 minutes
  • Read more about Effective Maintenance and Strategy Development for Automated Testingβ€’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Advanced Topics in Test Automationβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Scripting and Frameworksβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Integrating Test Automation with CI/CDβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Maintaining Test Automationβ€’15 minutes

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