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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Day 1: Fundamentals of the Test Analyst Role
Module 1: Advanced Testing Principles
- The ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Core responsibilities of a Test Analyst
- Distinguishing between a Test Analyst and a Technical Test Analyst
- Testing integration throughout the SDLC
- Foundational concepts of risk-based testing
Module 2: Software Quality Characteristics
- Functional quality attributes
- Non-functional quality considerations
- Relevant quality models and standards
- Product risks and their business impact
Module 3: Reviews and Static Testing
- Basics of the review process
- Conducting requirements reviews
- Reviewing user stories and acceptance criteria
- Capturing defects early in the development lifecycle
Day 2: Test Analysis and Design
Module 4: Test Analysis Activities
- Techniques for requirement analysis
- Extracting test conditions
- Analyzing traceability and coverage
- Evaluating test basis materials
Module 5: Black-Box Test Design Techniques
- Equivalence Partitioning
- Boundary Value Analysis
- Decision Table Testing
- State Transition Testing
- Use Case Testing
Module 6: Experience-Based Testing
- Exploratory testing
- Error guessing strategies
- Checklist-based testing
- Blending structured and exploratory approaches
Day 3: Risk-Based and Business-Oriented Testing
Module 7: Risk-Based Testing
- Identifying product risks
- Techniques for risk assessment
- Prioritizing risks
- Structuring test plans around risk
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- Validating end-to-end business workflows
- Verifying business rules
- Approaches to data-driven testing
- Considerations for user acceptance
Module 9: Non-Functional Testing Support
- Usability testing
- Accessibility considerations
- Testing for reliability and maintainability
- Supporting security testing activities
Day 4: Defect Management and Quality Improvement
Module 10: Defect Lifecycle Management
- Best practices for defect reporting
- Classifying and prioritizing defects
- Performing root cause analysis
- Tracking defect metrics and generating reports
Module 11: Test Process Improvement
- Measuring test effectiveness
- Utilizing quality metrics and KPIs
- Strategies for continuous improvement
- Conducting lessons learned sessions and retrospectives
Module 12: Testing in Agile Environments
- Core principles of Agile testing
- Validating user stories
- Implementing Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
- Fostering collaboration within Agile teams
Day 5: Advanced Topics and Exam Preparation
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Support
- Utilizing test management tools
- Employing requirements traceability tools
- Managing defects via dedicated systems
- Supporting software automation initiatives
Module 14: Practical Workshops and Case Studies
- Exercises in requirement analysis
- Interactive test design workshops
- Practical risk assessment tasks
- Scenarios for defect analysis
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Overview of examination structure and format
- Review of sample exam questions
- Strategies for exam success
- Comprehensive course recap and Q&A session
Requirements
Prospective participants are expected to have:
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (a mandatory requirement).
- Hands-on experience in software testing (a minimum of 18 months is recommended).
- A foundational grasp of software development methodologies.
- Familiarity with test management and defect tracking workflows.
- Experience in handling requirements and test documentation.
