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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
  • Test Analyst versus 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

  • Review process fundamentals
  • 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 have:

  • ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (mandatory).
  • Practical experience in software testing (recommended 18+ months).
  • Basic understanding of software development methodologies.
  • Familiarity with test management and defect tracking processes.
  • Experience working with requirements and test documentation.
 35 Hours

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