Astaroth
Moderator
Welcome to the Software Testing Crash Course! This course is designed for absolute beginners with no IT background. Throughout our sessions, you’ll gain a solid understanding of software testing basics, learn how testing fits into the software development process, and become familiar with key techniques used in the industry. Please note that this course is intended to provide foundational knowledge and does not prepare you for specific certifications.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
– Introduce you to the core concepts of software testing.
– Explain how software testing integrates with software development.
– Teach you essential testing techniques and tools.
– Provide a solid base for further exploration in IT and software testing.
COURSE TOPICS:
1 – Introduction
2 – Software Testing Overview
– Understanding software testing and its importance.
– Key terms and definitions in software testing.
– Roles in an IT project and the tester’s responsibilities.
– Common misconceptions about testing.
– Essential skills for a tester.
– Current IT trends affecting testing.
3 – Software Testing Fundamentals
– Goals and principles of software testing.
– Overview of the testing process.
4 – SDLC & Models
– Stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
– Different development models and their impact on testing.
– Various levels and types of testing.
5 – Static Testing
– What static testing is and why it matters.
– The review process and different types of reviews.
– Techniques used in static testing(review.
– Comparing static and dynamic analysis.
6 – Test Design Techniques
– Black box techniques: Equivalence Partitioning (EP), Boundary Value Analysis (BVA), Decision Tables, and State Transition Testing.
– White box techniques: Statement Testing and Branch Testing.
– Experience-based techniques: Error Guessing, Checklist-based Testing, Exploratory Testing.
– Other techniques: Risk-based Testing, Monkey Testing, Pairwise Testing.
7 – Test Cases
– How to write effective test cases.
– Demonstration of creating test cases.
– Executing test cases using test management tools.
– Overview of test management tools.
8 – Defects
– Differentiating between errors, defects, and failures.
– How to use a defect description template.
– Common issues with defect reports and how to improve them.
– Creating a well-structured defect report.
– Understanding the defect life cycle.
9 – Tools
– Overview of different categories of testing tools.
– DevTools from a testing perspective.
– Browser Extensions from a testing point of view.
10 – What’s Next?
– Course summary and key takeaways.
– Recommendations for next steps.
– Resources and tips for further learning.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is perfect for beginners without prior IT experience who want to learn the basics of software testing. It’s also a good starting point for anyone considering a career in IT, software testing, or quality assurance.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
– Introduce you to the core concepts of software testing.
– Explain how software testing integrates with software development.
– Teach you essential testing techniques and tools.
– Provide a solid base for further exploration in IT and software testing.
COURSE TOPICS:
1 – Introduction
2 – Software Testing Overview
– Understanding software testing and its importance.
– Key terms and definitions in software testing.
– Roles in an IT project and the tester’s responsibilities.
– Common misconceptions about testing.
– Essential skills for a tester.
– Current IT trends affecting testing.
3 – Software Testing Fundamentals
– Goals and principles of software testing.
– Overview of the testing process.
4 – SDLC & Models
– Stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
– Different development models and their impact on testing.
– Various levels and types of testing.
5 – Static Testing
– What static testing is and why it matters.
– The review process and different types of reviews.
– Techniques used in static testing(review.
– Comparing static and dynamic analysis.
6 – Test Design Techniques
– Black box techniques: Equivalence Partitioning (EP), Boundary Value Analysis (BVA), Decision Tables, and State Transition Testing.
– White box techniques: Statement Testing and Branch Testing.
– Experience-based techniques: Error Guessing, Checklist-based Testing, Exploratory Testing.
– Other techniques: Risk-based Testing, Monkey Testing, Pairwise Testing.
7 – Test Cases
– How to write effective test cases.
– Demonstration of creating test cases.
– Executing test cases using test management tools.
– Overview of test management tools.
8 – Defects
– Differentiating between errors, defects, and failures.
– How to use a defect description template.
– Common issues with defect reports and how to improve them.
– Creating a well-structured defect report.
– Understanding the defect life cycle.
9 – Tools
– Overview of different categories of testing tools.
– DevTools from a testing perspective.
– Browser Extensions from a testing point of view.
10 – What’s Next?
– Course summary and key takeaways.
– Recommendations for next steps.
– Resources and tips for further learning.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is perfect for beginners without prior IT experience who want to learn the basics of software testing. It’s also a good starting point for anyone considering a career in IT, software testing, or quality assurance.
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