Syllabus for Software TestingIntroduction to Software Testing- Definition and importance of software testing
- Role of software testing in the software development life cycle
- Key principles and objectives of software testing
Software Testing Process- Overview of the software testing process
- Test planning and strategy development
- Test case design and implementation
- Test execution and defect tracking
- Test closure and reporting
Test Levels and Types- Unit testing
- Integration testing
- System testing
- Acceptance testing
- Regression testing
- Performance testing
- Security testing
- Usability testing
- Compatibility testing
Test Design Techniques- Equivalence partitioning
- Boundary value analysis
- Decision table testing
- State transition testing
- Use case testing
- Domain testing
Test Automation- Introduction to test automation
- Benefits and challenges of test automation
- Selecting appropriate test automation tools
- Developing and maintaining test scripts
- Executing automated tests
Defect Management- Defect life cycle
- Defect tracking and reporting
- Severity and priority of defects
- Root cause analysis
- Defect resolution and retesting
Test Metrics and Reporting- Importance of test metrics
- Types of test metrics
- Test coverage metrics
- Test effectiveness and efficiency metrics
- Test reporting formats and templates
Software Testing Best Practices- Creating effective test cases
- Conducting thorough test coverage
- Implementing risk-based testing
- Collaborating with development teams
- Continuous improvement in the testing process
Case Studies and Practical Exercises- Analyzing real-world software testing scenarios
- Designing test cases for sample applications
- Executing tests and reporting defects
- Reviewing and improving test cases
Final Assessment and Certification- Final examination to assess knowledge and skills
- Certification for successful completion of the software testing course
By following this comprehensive syllabus, participants will gain a solid understanding of software testing principles, processes, and techniques. They will be equipped with the necessary skills to effectively plan, design, execute, and report software tests, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Software Testing