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Course Outline
Day 1: Fundamentals of the Test Analyst Role
Module 1: Advanced Testing Principles
- ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Responsibilities of a Test Analyst
- Differentiating between Test Analyst and Technical Test Analyst
- Testing throughout the SDLC
- Risk-based testing concepts
Module 2: Software Quality Characteristics
- Functional quality characteristics
- Non-functional quality considerations
- Quality models and standards
- Product risks and business impact
Module 3: Reviews and Static Testing
- Fundamentals of the review process
- Requirements reviews
- User story and acceptance criteria reviews
- Identifying defects early in the lifecycle
Day 2: Test Analysis and Design
Module 4: Test Analysis Activities
- Requirement analysis techniques
- Identifying test conditions
- Traceability and coverage analysis
- Test basis evaluation
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
- Checklist-based testing
- Combining structured and exploratory approaches
Day 3: Risk-Based and Business-Oriented Testing
Module 7: Risk-Based Testing
- Product risk identification
- Risk assessment techniques
- Risk prioritization
- Test planning based on risk
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- End-to-end business workflows
- Business rules validation
- Data-driven testing approaches
- User acceptance considerations
Module 9: Non-Functional Testing Support
- Usability testing
- Accessibility considerations
- Reliability and maintainability testing
- Security testing support activities
Day 4: Defect Management and Quality Improvement
Module 10: Defect Lifecycle Management
- Defect reporting best practices
- Defect classification and prioritization
- Root cause analysis
- Defect metrics and reporting
Module 11: Test Process Improvement
- Test effectiveness measurement
- Quality metrics and KPIs
- Continuous improvement approaches
- Lessons learned and retrospectives
Module 12: Testing in Agile Environments
- Agile testing principles
- User story validation
- Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
- Collaboration within Agile teams
Day 5: Advanced Topics and Exam Preparation
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Support
- Test management tools
- Requirements traceability tools
- Defect management systems
- Supporting automation initiatives
Module 14: Practical Workshops and Case Studies
- Requirement analysis exercises
- Test design workshops
- Risk assessment exercises
- Defect analysis scenarios
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Examination structure and format
- Sample exam questions
- Exam-taking strategies
- Comprehensive course review and Q&A
Requirements
Participants should possess:
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (mandatory).
- Practical experience in software testing (recommended 18+ months).
- A fundamental understanding of software development methodologies.
- Familiarity with test management and defect tracking processes.
- Experience working with requirements and test documentation.
35 Hours
