Software Testing Fundamentals
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How much does poor software quality really cost? According to the Consortium for IT Software Quality, software defects cost the U.S. economy an estimated $2.84 trillion annually—largely due to issues that could have been caught with structured testing.
Request More InfoThe Software Testing Course provides testers, QA professionals, software developers, and analysts with the tools to plan, execute, and improve software testing across the lifecycle. You'll learn core testing concepts, techniques for both manual and automated testing, and strategies for testing in various software development frameworks.
This testing course is ideal for anyone new to QA or those expanding their role into software testing. Through real-world examples and hands-on practice, you'll build confidence in test planning, defect tracking, and requirement validation using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
Develop an understanding of basic concepts associated with software testing Recognize the benefits of quality efforts in testing Describe the key roles, processes, activities, and deliverables associated with testing in various environments Learn the importance of good requirements as a base for testing Understand and distinguish among common testing approaches, levels, styles, and types Articulate the key components in a test strategy and a test plan Create a test strategy Understand the challenges of testing vendor-supplied applications Identify test scenarios and create test cases based on scenarios and requirements Determine how to manage and report defectsWho should attend Software Testing Fundamentals Course
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This course is designed for anyone new to software testing or currently in a QA-related role, as well as professionals seeking a foundational understanding of testing concepts, processes, and best practices.
A basic understanding of or exposure to requirements gathering and software projects is recommended before taking this course.
You’ll learn core testing concepts, the testing process across different SDLCs, testing levels and types (unit, integration, system, UAT), how to develop test strategies and plans, write test cases, and manage defects effectively.
Yes, Module 5 is dedicated to UAT, covering test deliverables, team roles, methodology, timelines, test execution, results analysis, and sign-off procedures.
You’ll be able to create test strategies and test plans, identify test scenarios, write test cases based on requirements, manage and report defects, and contribute confidently to quality assurance efforts that reduce project risk.