After this training, you will:
- Understand the fundamental principles of Agile software development
- Write effective user stories
- Use retrospectives to improve your process
- Explain the differences between the traditional and Agile approach
- Know the role and skills of a tester in an Agile team
- Learn different Agile test methodologies
- Fullfill and execute the tasks of an Agile tester
- Identify and assess quality risks
- Estimate the test effort
- Select and apply test techniques in an Agile context
- Be ready for the ISTQB exam
Earn a professionally recognized international certificate
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. The ISTQB testing certification program consists of three levels:
- Foundation Level
- Advanced Level
- Expert Level
This two-day accredited course prepares you for the exam Foundation Extension – Agile Tester and meets the requirements set by ISTQB. You will learn the principles of Agile software development and testing, the difference between traditional testing and test methodologies, test techniques and tools in an Agile context.
Who should attend this training?
The training is meant for you if you already have some experience and want to learn more about Agile testing.
Roles of participants in their organization
This training is meant for:
- Test Analysts
- Test Coordinators
- Test Consultants
- Test Managers
Prior knowledge or training
You possess the ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing certificate.
Structure of this training
Discover the essentials of structured testing in this interactive two-day training. You will learn about structured testing from both theoretical and practical perspectives. You will also engage in exercises and discussions to develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. To help you prepare for the certification exam, you will take mock tests during the course and review the curriculum in the evenings. If you pass the exam, which is being taken by iSQI®, you will receive an official ISTQB Foundation Extensions – Agile Tester Certificate.
Course outline
Principles of Agile development
- Agile manifesto
- User stories
- Retrospectives
- Continuous integration
- Release and iteration planning
Differences between traditional and Agile approaches
- Test- and development activities
- Independent testing in Agile
- Work Products
Status of testing in Agile projects
- Testing during multiple iterations
- Test automation
Characteristics of an Agile tester
- Role of a tester
- Skills of a tester
Agile test methodologies
- Test Driven Development
- Acceptance Test Driven Development
- Behavior Driven Development
- Test pyramid
- Testing Quadrants
Quality risks and test effort determination
- Considering quality risks in a project
- Estimating the required test effort
Techniques in Agile project
- Determining testable acceptance criteria
- Writing ATDD test cases
- Writing Test cases for both functional and non-functional aspects
- Exploratory testing
Tools for Agile projects
- A view on available tooling
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
- Time: 9:15 – 17:00 (two days)
- Fee: € 995, excluding VAT and excluding examination fee € 225
- Includes coffee, tea, lunch and training material
- Three months of 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.
