This Specialization provides an in-depth understanding of foundational software testing concepts, including static and dynamic testing techniques, test management, and essential tools for effective testing. Learners will master industry-standard practices to identify defects, manage testing activities, and apply testing methods throughout the software development lifecycle. Designed in alignment with ISTQB standards, this course prepares learners for the ISTQB Foundation Level certification and enhances their professional testing skills.
ISTQB Foundation Level Software Testing Certification Prep Specialization
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ISTQB Foundation Level Software Testing Certification Prep Specialization
Master Foundational Software Testing Techniques. Gain comprehensive knowledge of foundational software testing principles, techniques, and tools to effectively identify and manage defects throughout the software development lifecycle.
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(50 reviews)
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 months at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Analyze and evaluate software testing techniques to identify defects and improve software quality.
Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and risk-based testing strategies throughout the software development lifecycle.
Utilize industry-standard testing tools and methodologies to manage testing activities and automate testing processes effectively.
Overview
Skills you'll gain
- Code Review
- Unit Testing
- Integration Testing
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
- Quality Assurance
- Regression Testing
- Maintainability
- Test Automation
- Software Technical Review
- Software Quality Assurance
- Acceptance Testing
- Software Testing
- Configuration Management
- Test Planning
- Test Data
- System Testing
- Test Tools
- Software Development Life Cycle
- Functional Testing
- Test Case
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Taught in English
34 practice exercises
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of software testing.
Identify the key activities, roles, and responsibilities in the software testing process.
Evaluate static testing techniques, review processes, and their impact on software quality assurance.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Software Technical Review
Category: Test Planning
Category: Software Testing
Category: Test Case
Category: Code Review
Category: Requirements Analysis
Category: Software Quality Assurance
Category: Quality Assurance
What you'll learn
Understand the principles and applications of static and dynamic analysis.
Analyze various quality characteristics essential for technical testing.
Implement best practices for static and dynamic analysis techniques.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Software Testing
Category: System Testing
Category: Integration Testing
Category: Acceptance Testing
Category: Functional Testing
Category: Software Development Life Cycle
Category: Test Planning
Category: Maintainability
Category: Test Case
Category: User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Category: Regression Testing
Category: Software Quality Assurance
Category: Unit Testing
What you'll learn
Understand and explain the key aspects of managing test activities.
Identify and assess risks associated with software testing.
Monitor and control testing activities effectively.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Test Automation
Category: Performance Testing
Category: Version Control
Category: Configuration Management
Category: Test Tools
Category: Test Planning
Category: Risk Management Framework
Category: Issue Tracking
Category: Software Testing
Category: Risk Management
Category: Test Case
Category: Test Data
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