ISTQB® Foundation: Test Techniques from Pluralsight

Gain the ability to apply various software testing techniques . This course will teach you how to test software more effectively and successfully complete the ‘Test Techniques’ section of the ISTQB exam.

Effective testing is critical to the success of a software system. In this course, ISTQB® Foundation: Test Techniques, you’ll learn to understand and apply a wide range of test techniques. First, you’ll explore black-box test techniques. Next, you’ll learn about two component-level white-box test techniques. Finally, you’ll discover experience-based test techniques. . When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of test techniques needed to test software more effectively and successfully complete the ‘Test Techniques’ section of the ISTQB exam.

This course will not only teach you how to more effectively test software, this course will give you the knowledge to successful complete the 'Test Techniques' section on the ISTQB exam.

In this course, you will learn about the different categories of test techniques, black box techniques, component-level white box test techniques, and past experience techniques.

Prerequisites for this course is having a basic understanding of software in general.

Equivalence partitioning is a software testing technique that divides input data of a software unit into partitions of equivalent data where test cases can be derived.

Black box testing is a method where the internal structure, design, and implementation of the item being tested is not known to the tester. White box testing is a method where the internal structure, design, and implementation of the item being tested is known to the tester.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Exploring Test Technique Categories

Applying Black-box Test Techniques

Understanding White-box Test Techniques

Utilizing Experience-based Test Techniques

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides a foundational understanding of software testing techniques

Covers black-box and white-box testing techniques, as well as experience-based techniques

Prepares learners for the 'Test Techniques' section of the ISTQB exam

Suitable for software testers, software engineers, and quality assurance professionals

Assumes a basic understanding of software, which may limit accessibility for complete beginners

Does not cover advanced or specialized software testing techniques

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in ISTQB® Foundation: Test Techniques with these activities:

Brush Up on Black-box Testing Techniques

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Revisit the concepts and principles of black-box testing techniques to enhance your comprehension before delving into the course.

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Review the definition and types of black-box testing.
Practice designing black-box test cases.

Review Course Notes

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Stay up-to-date by regularly reviewing your lecture notes and other course materials to reinforce key concepts.

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Read through lecture notes.
Review assignments and quizzes.
Consolidate your understanding.

Review Equivalence Partitioning

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Review the concept of equivalence partitioning, a common black-box testing technique, to ensure a strong understanding.

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Define equivalence partitioning.
Identify scenarios where equivalence partitioning can be applied.
Practice dividing input data into equivalence classes.

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Tutorial on Experience-based Testing Techniques

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Watch a tutorial to grasp the principles and advantages of experience-based testing techniques.

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Identify the benefits of experience-based testing.
Learn how to apply experience-based testing in your own projects.

Discuss and Analyze Test Results

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Engage in discussions with peers to analyze test results, identify patterns, and draw meaningful conclusions.

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Present your test results to the group.
Facilitate a discussion on the implications of the results.
Brainstorm recommendations for improvement.

Design Test Cases Using Black-box and White-box Techniques

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Apply your understanding of black-box and white-box testing by crafting test cases for a given software component.

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Identify test requirements for a software component.
Develop black-box test cases.
Develop white-box test cases.
Review and refine test cases to ensure coverage.

Build a Test Strategy for a Software Project

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Develop a comprehensive test strategy that outlines the approach, techniques, and resources for testing a software project.

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Define the test objectives and scope.
Identify the testing techniques to be used.
Estimate the resources and time required.
Outline the reporting and communication plan.

Career center

Learners who complete ISTQB® Foundation: Test Techniques will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for planning and executing software tests to ensure that software meets quality standards. This course can help you to become a successful Quality Assurance Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to test software effectively. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to identify and fix software defects more quickly and efficiently.

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Software Development Engineer in Test

A Software Development Engineer in Test is responsible for designing and developing software tests. This course can help you to become a successful Software Development Engineer in Test by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to design and develop effective software tests. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to create tests that are more likely to find defects and improve the quality of software.

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Software Tester

A Software Tester is responsible for executing software tests and reporting defects. This course can help you to become a successful Software Tester by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to execute software tests effectively and efficiently. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to identify and fix software defects more quickly and efficiently.

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Test Analyst

A Test Analyst is responsible for analyzing software requirements and identifying test cases. This course can help you to become a successful Test Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to analyze software requirements and identify test cases effectively. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to create test cases that are more likely to find defects and improve the quality of software.

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Test Manager

A Test Manager is responsible for planning and managing software testing teams. This course can help you to become a successful Test Manager by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to plan and manage software testing teams effectively. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to create a testing strategy that is more likely to find defects and improve the quality of software.

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Quality Assurance Engineer

A Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that software meets quality standards. This course can help you to become a successful Quality Assurance Engineer by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure that software meets quality standards. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to identify and fix software defects more quickly and efficiently.

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Test Automation Engineer

A Test Automation Engineer is responsible for automating software tests. This course can help you to become a successful Test Automation Engineer by providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to automate software tests effectively. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge will help you to create automated tests that are more likely to find defects and improve the quality of software.

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Performance Engineer

A Performance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that software meets performance requirements. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Performance Engineer by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Performance Engineers to identify and fix performance issues more quickly and efficiently.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring that software is secure. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Security Engineer by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Security Engineers to identify and fix security vulnerabilities more quickly and efficiently.

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Software Architect

A Software Architect is responsible for designing and developing software systems. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Software Architect by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Software Architects to design and develop software systems that are more likely to be reliable and efficient.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Database Administrator by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Database Administrators to identify and fix database issues more quickly and efficiently.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning and managing software projects. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Project Manager by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Project Managers to plan and manage software projects more effectively.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business requirements and identifying solutions. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Business Analyst by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Business Analysts to analyze business requirements more effectively and identify solutions that are more likely to meet the needs of the business.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Software Developer by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Software Developers to design, develop, and maintain software that is more likely to be reliable and efficient.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Network Engineer by providing them with a foundation in software testing techniques. The course covers a wide range of test techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques. This knowledge can help Network Engineers to design, implement, and maintain computer networks that are more likely to be reliable and efficient.

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