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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Day 1: Fundamentals of the Test Analyst Role
Module 1: Advanced Testing Principles
- ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Core responsibilities of a Test Analyst
- Differentiating Test Analysts from Technical Test Analysts
- Testing integration across the SDLC
- Concepts in 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 implications
Module 3: Reviews and Static Testing
- Foundations of the review process
- Conducting requirements reviews
- Reviewing user stories and acceptance criteria
- Catching defects early in the lifecycle
Day 2: Test Analysis and Design
Module 4: Test Analysis Activities
- Techniques for requirement analysis
- Determining test conditions
- Traceability and coverage assessment
- Evaluating test basis documents
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 practices
- 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
- Methods for risk assessment
- Prioritising risks
- Planning tests based on risk profiles
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- End-to-end business workflows
- Validating business rules
- Approaches to data-driven testing
- Considerations for user acceptance
Module 9: Non-Functional Testing Support
- Usability testing
- Accessibility requirements
- 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 prioritising defects
- Conducting root cause analysis
- Reporting defect metrics
Module 11: Test Process Improvement
- Measuring test effectiveness
- Tracking quality metrics and KPIs
- Approaches for continuous improvement
- Documenting lessons learned and retrospectives
Module 12: Testing in Agile Environments
- Principles of Agile testing
- Validating user stories
- Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
- Fostering collaboration in Agile teams
Day 5: Advanced Topics and Exam Preparation
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Support
- Test management tools
- Requirements traceability systems
- Defect management platforms
- Backing automation initiatives
Module 14: Practical Workshops and Case Studies
- Exercises in requirement analysis
- Workshops on test design
- Practical risk assessment tasks
- Scenarios for defect analysis
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Understanding the exam structure and format
- Practising sample exam questions
- Strategies for exam success
- Comprehensive course review and Q&A
Requirements
Participants are expected to have:
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (mandatory).
- Hands-on experience in software testing (18+ months recommended).
- A fundamental grasp of software development methodologies.
- Familiarity with test management and defect tracking processes.
- Experience working with requirements and test documentation.
