Managing and Reporting on Tests with Zephyr for Jira from Pluralsight

Discover how Jira's project management capabilities enhance collaboration and tracking, while Zephyr's test management tool empowers efficient test case creation and execution.

Zephyr is a highly scalable, standalone test management solution, offering a full range of enterprise features and real-time Jira integration. In this course, Managing and Reporting on Tests with Zephyr for Jira, you'll unlock the power of Jira's project management capabilities combined with Zephyr's test management tools. First, you’ll explore agile workflows, seamless collaboration, and real-time communication among teams. enabling faster bug resolution and improved software quality. Then, you'll see how to view lists of Zephyr test cases along with defects in related User Stories. Finally, you'll gain expertise in creating, organizing, and executing test cases efficiently, and learn to integrate test automation seamlessly. By the end of this course, you'll be able to lead your team to deliver top-notch products while optimizing your testing process.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Creating Epics and User Stories Using Zephyr

Managing Tests within the Context of a Project

Generating Traceability Matrix and Dynamic Test Report

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills and knowledge highly relevant to industry

Builds a strong foundation for beginners

Strengthens an existing foundation for intermediate learners

Develops professional skills or deep expertise in managing and testing

Captures unique perspectives and ideas that may add color to other topics and subjects

Takes a creative approach to managing and reporting on Jira and Zephyr

Career center

Learners who complete Managing and Reporting on Tests with Zephyr for Jira will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Test Engineer

Software Test Engineers are responsible for the quality of software products. They design and execute test cases to identify and fix bugs, ensuring that the software meets the requirements and expectations of the end-users. This course, 'Managing and Reporting on Tests with Zephyr for Jira,' provides a solid foundation for Software Test Engineers by teaching them how to use Jira's project management capabilities and Zephyr's test management tools to efficiently create, execute, and report on test cases.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts are responsible for ensuring that software products meet the required standards of quality. They work closely with Software Test Engineers to identify and fix bugs, and they also develop and implement quality assurance processes. This course can help Quality Assurance Analysts to improve their skills in test case management and reporting, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to streamline their workflow.

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Software Development Manager

Software Development Managers are responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects. They work with a team of developers, testers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course can help Software Development Managers to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their projects.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new software products. They work with a team of engineers, designers, and marketers to define the product vision, create the product roadmap, and ensure that the product meets the needs of the target market. This course can help Product Managers to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their products.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts are responsible for understanding the business needs of an organization and translating those needs into technical requirements. They work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop solutions. This course can help Business Analysts to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their projects.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of projects. They work with a team of stakeholders to define the project scope, create the project plan, and ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course can help Project Managers to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their projects.

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Scrum Master

Scrum Masters are responsible for facilitating Scrum teams and helping them to deliver high-quality software products. They work with the team to define the sprint goals, create the sprint backlog, and remove any impediments to progress. This course can help Scrum Masters to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their teams.

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Agile Coach

Agile Coaches help organizations to adopt and implement agile methodologies. They work with teams to improve their processes, remove bottlenecks, and deliver high-quality software products. This course can help Agile Coaches to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their teams.

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Software Tester

Software Testers are responsible for testing software products to identify and fix bugs. They work with developers to create test cases, execute tests, and report on the results. This course can help Software Testers to improve their skills in test management and reporting, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to streamline their workflow.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers are responsible for creating documentation for software products. They work with engineers and other stakeholders to gather information, create user guides, and develop other documentation. This course can help Technical Writers to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their projects.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Managers are responsible for the overall quality of software products. They work with a team of Quality Assurance Analysts to develop and implement quality assurance processes, and they also ensure that the software meets the required standards. This course can help Quality Assurance Managers to improve their skills in project management and test management, and it can also help them to learn how to use Jira and Zephyr to track the progress of their teams.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers are responsible for the design, development, and testing of software products. They work with a team of engineers and other stakeholders to create software that meets the needs of the end-users. This course may be useful for Software Engineers who are interested in learning more about test management and reporting.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. They work with stakeholders to identify trends, develop insights, and make recommendations. This course may be useful for Data Analysts who are interested in learning more about project management and test management.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts are responsible for studying the needs of an organization and designing and implementing systems to meet those needs. They work with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop solutions. This course may be useful for Systems Analysts who are interested in learning more about project management and test management.

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Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help organizations make better decisions. They work with stakeholders to identify trends, develop insights, and make recommendations. This course may be useful for Business Intelligence Analysts who are interested in learning more about project management and test management.

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