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Course Outline
Introduction and Certification Overview
- Objectives of the CTAL-TAE certification
- Syllabus structure and exam format
- Preparation strategies and success tips
Introduction to Test Automation
- Purpose and benefits of test automation
- Risks and limitations
- Key concepts and terminology
Preparing for a Test Automation Approach
- Assessing test automation opportunities
- Defining the scope and objectives of automation
- Considerations regarding the SUT (System Under Test)
Design and Development of a Test Automation Solution
- Architectural patterns and design approaches
- Modularization and reusability in automation frameworks
- Data-driven, keyword-driven, and behaviour-driven frameworks
Integration and Continuous Improvement
- Integrating automated tests with CI/CD
- Version control, test execution, and reporting
- Monitoring and maintaining test automation systems
Organizing the Test Automation Effort
- Roles and responsibilities in test automation
- Estimating and planning automation tasks
- Selecting the right tools and technologies
Risk and Maintainability Considerations
- Assessing automation risk
- Managing changes and refactoring tests
- Technical debt and the maintainability of test scripts
Practice and Exam Simulation
- Sample exam questions with detailed walkthroughs
- Timed practice tests and discussion of correct answers
- Final mock exam and feedback
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A grasp of fundamental testing concepts
- Possession of an ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate
- Experience in software development or test automation within a project setting
Target Audience
- Test automation engineers preparing for the ISTQB CTAL-TAE exam
- Software testers looking to specialise in test automation architecture and strategy
- QA professionals seeking to refine their automation skills and achieve certification
21 Hours
Testimonials (3)
hands on exercises, easier to retain information
ashley bolen - Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Course - Test Automation with Selenium
Very interesting subject and very knowledgeable trainer
Pedro Miguel Costa - Natixis
Course - Automation Testing with Cypress
Key topics can be discussed and agreed upon with the trainer in advance. Relaxed and pleasant atmosphere during the seminar days.