Software Testing Basics for Domain Testers

A time-saving introduction, especially for domain testers who only test occasionally. Fundamentals of software testing, the importance and benefits of systematic software testing, and the key activities of a tester.

The course motivates participants to test software systematically and profitably. You will learn the prerequisites for effective software testing and will be able to perform testing activities as part of a basic testing process.

The course focuses on finding and specifying test cases using established black-box testing techniques, which you will learn to apply through hands-on exercises. You will also learn about the benefits and techniques of exploratory testing.

You will receive important tips on test execution, in particular on writing meaningful defect reports . This course will also deepen your knowledge of reviews as a valuable testing technique.

• Requirements for effective software testing and key testing terms
• Principles of software testing
• Value and benefits of software testing
• Overview of the test process
• Finding and specifying test cases, test specification techniques for domain testers
• Exploratory testing
• Test execution & defect reporting
• Reviews: Basics, review process, review variants, benefits of reviews, success factors

The course content corresponds to parts of the ISTQB^® Certified Tester Foundation Level test standard.