After this training, you will:
- Be able to develop a plan to integrate automated testing into the testing process
- Evaluate the best tools and technology for automation for each project and organization
- Create a test automation architecture (TAA) using a systematic approach and methodology
- Design and develop test automation solutions that meet the business needs
- Be able to enable the transition of testing from a manual to an automated approach
- Create automated test reports and metrics that provide useful insights
- Manage and optimize testing assets to ensure maintainability and adaptability
An international standard in software testing
The International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB) was established in November 2002 with the aim of creating and harmonizing a global certification program for software testing. Today, the ISTQB certification scheme is fully recognized and widely adopted around the world.
This three-day accredited course prepares you for the exam of ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer and meets the requirements set by ISTQB.
You will learn all about test automation development, deployment, and improvement. Besides preparing you for the exam, the course will also provide you with many practical exercises to enhance your skills. Some of the exercises will be based on your own System Under Test.
Who should attend this training?
The training is aimed at people who already have achieved an advanced point in their careers in software testing and wish to develop their expertise in test automation.
Roles of participants in their organization
This training is meant for:
- Test Analysts
- Developers
- Integrators
- Test coordinators
- Test Managers
- Test Consultants
Prior knowledge or training
- You possess the ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
- You have 18 months of experience in testing
- Preferably you have some scripting/programming knowledge (or you are at least keen on learning this)
Structure of this training
The training lasts three days, spread over a number of weeks in which you will learn all about developing, deploying and improving test automation solutions. The exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions will take place on day four of the course.
With a score of 65% or higher you get the ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer Certificate. In case of a virtual classroom training, the exam will be planned on another day.
Course outline
Test Automation
- Purpose of Test automation
- Success Factors
Preparing for Test Automation
- SUT Factors influencing Test Automation
- Tool Evaluation and Selection
- Design for Testability and Automation
The Generic Test Automation Architecture
- Introduction to gTAA
- TAA design
- TAS Development
Deployment Risks and Contingencies
- Test Automation Approach and Planning of Deployment/Rollout
- Risk Assessment and mitigation strategies
- Test Automation Maintenance
Test Automation Reporting and Metrics
- Selection of TAS Metrics
- Implementation of Measurement
- Logging of the TAS and the SUT
- Test Automation Reporting
Transitioning Manual Testing to an Automated Environment
- Criteria for Automation
- Automation within Regression Testing
- Automation within New Feature Testing
- Automation of Confirmation Testing
Verifying the TAS
- Verifying Automated Test Environment Components
- Verifying the Automated Test Suite
Continuous Improvement
- Options for Improving Test Automation
- Test Automation Improvement
Application of the theory
- During this training you will apply the things you learn on a real life application!
Possibilities in-house training
Improve provides this training in-house and tailored to your specific situation and needs upon request. For more information, please contact us at +31 (0)40 – 202 1803 or training@improveqs.nl.
Training information
- Location and dates: check the training calendar
- Schedule: 9:15 – 17:00 (three days)
- Fee: € 1.795 excluding VAT, excluding examination fee €275
- Includes coffee, tea, lunch and training material
- Three months free e-coaching
For more information, please contact us at +31 (0)40 – 202 1803 or training@improveqs.nl
Improve also offers bespoke in-house training tailored to your specific requirements and needs upon request.
