International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) 4.0+ Foundation Cert Prep

Introduction

• Preparing for the ISTQB Certification
• ISTQB Certification
• Revision 4.0
• Terminology is key
• Types of learning objectives

1. Fundamentals of Testing

• What is testing?
• Why is testing necessary?
• Testing principles
• Test activities, testware, and test roles
• Essential skills and good practices in testing

2. Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle

• Testing in the context of the software development lifecycle
• Test levels and test types
• Maintenance testing

3. Static Testing

• Static testing basics
• Feedback and review process

4. Test Analysis and Design

• Test techniques overview
• Black-box test techniques
• White-box test techniques
• Experience-based test techniques
• Collaboration-based test approaches

5. Managing the Test Activities

• Test planning
• Risk management
• Test monitoring, test control, and test completion
• Configuration and defect management

6. Test Tools

• Tool support for testing
• Benefits and risks of test automation

Conclusion

• Exam paper example
• Next steps