Software Testing

Syllabus

Software testing is a critical phase in the software development life cycle that involves the evaluation of a software application to ensure it meets specified requirements and functions as expected. The primary goal of testing is to identify and correct defects or bugs in the software to deliver a high-quality and reliable product. Here are key aspects of software testing course:

Duration :

Offline Classroom Training : Course will be 1 to 2 months duration with live projects and sample models.

Introduction to Software Testing:
  • The importance of software testing in the software development life cycle.

  • Differentiating between verification and validation.

  • Understanding the goals and objectives of software testing.

Software Testing Principles and Fundamentals:
  • Key principles of software testing, including the V-model and testing levels.

  • Common terminology and concepts in the field.

Software Testing Principles and Fundamentals:
  • Key principles of software testing, including the V-model and testing levels.

  • Common terminology and concepts in the field.

Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC):
  • Overview of the phases and activities in the software testing life cycle.

  • Understanding test planning, design, execution, and closure.

Testing Types:
  • In-depth exploration of various testing types, such as unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and acceptance testing.

  • Black-box vs. white-box testing and when to use each approach.

Testing Types:
  • In-depth exploration of various testing types, such as unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and acceptance testing.

  • Black-box vs. white-box testing and when to use each approach.

Testing Levels:
  • Different testing levels, including component testing, integration testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing.

  • The objectives and scope of each testing level.

Test Planning and Management:
  • Creating a test plan.

  • Defining test objectives, scope, and resource requirements.

  • Test schedule and estimation.

Test Case Design:
  • Creating effective and comprehensive test cases to validate software requirements.

  • Using techniques like equivalence partitioning, boundary value analysis, and decision tables.

  • Test case documentation and traceability.

Test Execution:
  • Running test cases and recording test results.

  • Regression testing to ensure that new changes don't introduce new defects.

  • Defect reporting and tracking.

Test Automation:
  • The benefits and challenges of test automation.

  • Introduction to testing frameworks and tools like Selenium, JUnit, and TestNG.

  • Writing and executing automated test scripts.

Performance Testing:
  • Types of performance testing, including load testing, stress testing, and scalability testing.

  • Tools like JMeter for performance testing.

  • Analyzing and interpreting performance test results.

Security Testing:
  • Identifying security vulnerabilities in software.

  • Conducting security testing, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.

Usability Testing:
  • Evaluating software from a user's perspective.

  • Gathering user feedback and making usability improvements.

Mobile App Testing:
  • Challenges and best practices for testing mobile applications.

  • Testing mobile-specific features and devices.

Web Application Testing:
  • Testing web applications for compatibility, security, and performance.

  • Browser compatibility testing.

Test Environments and Data:
  • Setting up test environments that mimic production.

  • Managing test data and data privacy.

Continuous Integration and Continuous Testing:
  • Integrating testing into the CI/CD pipeline.

  • Ensuring automated testing runs with every code change.

Defect Management:
  • Managing defects throughout the testing process.

  • Defect tracking tools and processes.

Testing Documentation:
  • Preparing comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.

  • Maintaining and updating test documentation.

Best Practices and Quality Standards:
  • Following industry best practices and adhering to quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, CMMI).

  • Understanding regulatory compliance, if applicable (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Challenges in Software Testing:
  • Discussing common challenges in software testing and strategies for overcoming them.

  • Addressing issues related to resource constraints, time limitations, and changing requirements.

Emerging Trends in Testing:
  • Exploring current and future trends in software testing, such as AI/ML in testing, shift-left testing, and containerization.