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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Day 1: Core Competencies of the Test Analyst
Module 1: Advanced Testing Concepts
- The ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Key responsibilities of a Test Analyst
- Distinguishing between Test Analyst and Technical Test Analyst roles
- Integrating testing throughout the SDLC
- Foundations of risk-based testing
Module 2: Software Quality Attributes
- Functional quality characteristics
- Non-functional quality factors
- Quality models and industry standards
- Product risks and their business implications
Module 3: Reviews and Static Testing
- Basics of the review process
- Conducting requirements reviews
- Reviewing user stories and acceptance criteria
- Detecting defects early in the lifecycle
Day 2: Test Analysis and Design Strategies
Module 4: Test Analysis Activities
- Techniques for requirement analysis
- Identifying specific test conditions
- Traceability and coverage analysis
- Evaluating test basis documents
Module 5: Black-Box Test Design Methods
- Equivalence Partitioning
- Boundary Value Analysis
- Decision Table Testing
- State Transition Testing
- Use Case Testing
Module 6: Experience-Based Testing
- Exploratory testing
- Error guessing techniques
- Checklist-based testing
- Integrating structured and exploratory methods
Day 3: Risk-Based and Business-Focused Testing
Module 7: Risk-Based Testing
- Identifying product risks
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Prioritizing risks effectively
- Developing test plans based on risk profiles
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- End-to-end business workflows
- Validating business rules
- Data-driven testing strategies
- 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 Enhancement
Module 10: Defect Lifecycle Management
- Best practices for defect reporting
- Classifying and prioritizing defects
- Conducting root cause analysis
- Defect metrics and reporting standards
Module 11: Test Process Improvement
- Measuring test effectiveness
- Quality metrics and KPIs
- Approaches to continuous improvement
- Retrospectives and lessons learned
Module 12: Testing in Agile Environments
- Principles of Agile testing
- Validating user stories
- Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
- Fostering collaboration within Agile teams
Day 5: Advanced Topics and Exam Readiness
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Support
- Test management tools
- Requirements traceability tools
- Defect management systems
- Assisting with automation initiatives
Module 14: Practical Workshops and Case Studies
- Exercises in requirement analysis
- Hands-on test design workshops
- Risk assessment practicals
- Scenarios for defect analysis
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Understanding the exam structure and format
- Reviewing sample exam questions
- Strategies for taking the exam
- Comprehensive course review and Q&A session
Requirements
Participants are expected to possess the following:
- Hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (required).
- Demonstrate practical software testing experience (18+ months preferred).
- Have a foundational grasp of software development methodologies.
- Be familiar with test management and defect tracking workflows.
- Have experience handling requirements and test documentation.
