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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Day 1: Core Competencies of the Test Analyst Role
Module 1: Advanced Testing Principles
- ISTQB Advanced Level framework
- Core duties of a Test Analyst
- Distinguishing Test Analysts from Technical Test Analysts
- Testing integration across the SDLC
- Foundations of risk-based testing
Module 2: Software Quality Attributes
- Functional quality attributes
- Non-functional quality factors
- Quality models and industry 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 Strategies
Module 4: Test Analysis Operations
- Methods for analyzing requirements
- Determining test conditions
- Traceability and coverage assessment
- Evaluating test bases
Module 5: Black-Box Test Design Methods
- Equivalence Partitioning
- Boundary Value Analysis
- Decision Table Testing
- State Transition Testing
- Use Case Testing
Module 6: Experience-Driven Testing
- Exploratory testing
- Error guessing techniques
- Checklist-based testing
- Merging structured and exploratory methods
Day 3: Risk-Based and Business-Centric Testing
Module 7: Risk-Based Testing
- Identifying product risks
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Prioritizing risks
- Test planning guided by risk
Module 8: Business Process Testing
- End-to-end business workflows
- Validating business rules
- Data-driven testing methods
- User acceptance factors
Module 9: Non-Functional Testing Support
- Usability testing
- Accessibility requirements
- Reliability and maintainability testing
- Supporting security testing activities
Day 4: Defect Management and Quality Enhancement
Module 10: Defect Lifecycle Oversight
- Best practices in defect reporting
- Defect categorization and prioritization
- Root cause analysis
- Defect metrics and reporting
Module 11: Test Process Optimization
- Measuring test effectiveness
- Quality metrics and KPIs
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Lessons learned and retrospective sessions
Module 12: Testing in Agile Settings
- Principles of Agile testing
- Validating user stories
- Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
- Team collaboration in Agile environments
Day 5: Specialized Topics and Exam Readiness
Module 13: Test Tools and Automation Assistance
- Test management software
- Requirements traceability tools
- Defect management platforms
- Aiding automation initiatives
Module 14: Hands-On Workshops and Case Studies
- Requirement analysis drills
- Test design workshops
- Risk assessment exercises
- Defect analysis scenarios
Module 15: ISTQB CTAL-TA Exam Preparation
- Exam structure and format
- Sample examination questions
- Strategies for the exam
- Full course revision and Q&A
Requirements
Participants are expected to possess:
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification (compulsory).
- Hands-on experience in software testing (18+ months recommended).
- Fundamental grasp of software development methodologies.
- Knowledge of test management and defect tracking workflows.
- Experience handling requirements and test documentation.
