Certified Tester, Advanced Level (CTAL): Test Analyst (Part 1 of 2): Software Testing Fundamental
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Software organizations rely on professionals' individual skills to weather competition in the marketplace. These companies constantly scout for testers that are competent and skilled to perform accurate testing to deliver quality products. Software test analysts require various skills including a thorough knowledge of the various software development models and testing techniques. They also require skills to design test strategies and tests to uncover maximum defects with minimal testing effort. The Software Testing Fundamentals course focuses on the core skills required by test analysts and lays special emphasis on the various testing techniques and their application during various phases of the software development life cycle. The course provides a detailed insight into the various software development and testing models and test design techniques including structure-based, specification-based, and experience-based techniques. Special emphasis is also placed on testing various quality attributes of software relevant to domain and technical testing.This course is appropriate for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of software testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants. This course is also appropriate for persons who wish to take the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) - Certified Tester, Advanced Level examination.