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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Day 1: Foundations of the Test Analyst Role
Module 1: Advanced Testing Principles
- The ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Key responsibilities of a Test Analyst
- Distinguishing Test Analysts from Technical Test Analysts
- Integrating testing throughout the SDLC
- Core concepts of risk-based testing
Module 2: Software Quality Characteristics
- Functional quality attributes
- Non-functional quality factors
- Established quality models and 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
Module 4: Test Analysis Activities
- Techniques for analyzing requirements
- Identifying relevant test conditions
- Analyzing traceability and coverage
- Evaluating test basis
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 methods
- Techniques for error guessing
- Checklist-driven testing
- Blending structured and exploratory strategies
Day 3: Risk-Based and Business-Oriented Testing
Module 7: Risk-Based Testing
- Identifying product risks
- Methods for assessing risks
- Prioritizing identified risks
- Planning tests based on risk profiles
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- End-to-end business workflows
- Validating business rules
- Data-driven testing approaches
- Considering user acceptance
Module 9: Non-Functional Testing Support
- Usability testing
- Accessibility factors
- Testing for reliability and maintainability
- Supporting security testing activities
Day 4: Defect Management and Quality Improvement
Module 10: Defect Lifecycle Management
- Best practices for reporting defects
- Classifying and prioritizing defects
- Performing root cause analysis
- Tracking defect metrics and reporting
Module 11: Test Process Improvement
- Measuring test effectiveness
- Using quality metrics and KPIs
- Approaches for continuous improvement
- Documenting lessons learned and retrospectives
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 Preparation
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Support
- Utilizing test management tools
- Tools for requirements traceability
- Systems for defect management
- Supporting automation initiatives
Module 14: Practical Workshops and Case Studies
- Exercises in requirement analysis
- Workshops on test design
- Exercises in risk assessment
- Scenarios for defect analysis
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Exam structure and format
- Practice exam questions
- Strategies for exam success
- Comprehensive course review and Q&A
Requirements
To participate, candidates are expected to meet the following criteria:
- Hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (mandatory).
- Gain practical software testing experience (minimum 18 months recommended).
- Demonstrate a foundational grasp of software development methodologies.
- Show familiarity with test management and defect tracking workflows.
- Have hands-on experience working with requirements and test documentation.
