Course Summary

The ISTQB Test Automation Engineer (CT-TAE) certification focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of test automation solutions. It also covers the concepts, methods, tools, and processes for automating dynamic functional tests, and the relationship of those tests to test management, configuration management, defect management, software development processes, and quality assurance. Methods described are generally applicable across a variety of software life cycle approaches, types of software systems, and test types.

• Contribute to the development of a plan to integrate automated testing within the testing process
• Evaluate tools and technology for automation best fit to each project and organization
• Create an approach and methodology for building a test automation architecture (TAA)
• Design and develop (new or modified) test automation solutions that meet the business needs
• Enable the transition of testing from a manual to an automated approach
• Create automated test reporting and metrics collection
• Manage and optimize testing assets to facilitate maintainability and address evolving (test) systems

Module 1: Introduction and Objectives for Test Automation
• Purpose of Test Automation
• Success Factors in Test Automation

Module 2: Preparing for Test Automation
• SUT Factors Influencing Test Automation
• Tool Evaluation and Selection
• Design for Testability and Automation

Module 3: Generic Test Automation Architecture
• gTAA
• Overview of the gTAA
• Test Generation Layer
• Test Definition Layer
• Test Execution Layer
• Test Adaptation Layer
• Configuration Management of a TAS
• Project Management of a TAS
• TAS Support for Test Management
• TAA Design
• Introduction to TAA Design
• Approaches for Automating Test Cases
• Technical Considerations of the SUT
• Considerations for Development/QA Processes
• TAS Development
• Introduction to TAS Development
• Compatibility Between the TAS and the SUT
• Synchronization Between TAS and SUT
• Building Reuse into the TAS
• Support for a Variety of Target Systems

Module 4: Deployment Risks and Contingencies
• Selection of Test Automation Approach and Planning of Deployment/Rollout
• Pilot Project
• Deployment
• Deployment of the TAS Within the Software Lifecycle
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies
• Test Automation Maintenance

Module 5: Test Automation Reporting and Metrics
• Selection of TAS Metrics
• Implementation of Measurement
• Logging of the TAS and the SUT
• Test Automation Reporting

Module 6: Transitioning Manual Testing to an Automated Environment
• Criteria for Automation
• Identify Steps Needed to Implement Automation within Regression Testing
• Factors to Consider When Implementing Automation within New Feature Testing
• Factors to Consider When Implementing Automation of Confirmation Testing

Module 7: Verifying the TAS
• Verifying Automated Test Environment Components
• Verifying the Automated Test Suite

Module 8: Continuous Improvement
• Options for Improving Test Automation
• Planning the Implementation of Test Automation Improvement

There are no prerequisites to this course.

Question Type: Multiple Choice Total Questions: 40 Total Marks: 40 Marks Pass Mark: 65% or 26/40 Marks Duration: 90 minutes Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

Following your booking, a confirmation message will be sent to all participants, ensuring you're well-informed of your successful enrollment. Calendar placeholders will also be dispatched to assist you in scheduling your commitments around the course. Rest assured, all course materials and access to necessary labs or platforms will be provided no later than one week before the course begins, allowing you ample time to prepare and engage fully with the learning experience ahead.

Our comprehensive training package includes all the necessary materials and resources to facilitate a full learning experience. Enrollees will be provided with detailed course content, encompassing a wide array of topics to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion to recognize their dedication and hard work. It's important to note that while the course fee covers all training materials and experiences, the examination fee for certification is not included but can be purchased separately.

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