A Practical Learning Guide to Software Testing

Many books focus on the theoretical concepts of Software Testing with little or no inclusion of the practical context which is equally needed to prepare the learner for the demands of this field in the workplace. This guide is an attempt to fill this gap by complementing the theoretical concepts of Software Testing with challenging practical context based on a real world case study. In section one the learner is presented with easy to read bulleted notes focused on key points of the theoretical concepts. The notes are supplemented with relevant tables, figures, brainteasers, questions & answers and online audio explanations to enrich the knowledge of the learner. In section two the learner is exposed to a practical real world case study supported with samples & templates of test deliverables and software applications that will enable the learner to have detailed hands-on practical experience similar to that of the workplace. To make this guide as accessible and continuously relevant as possible, it is available in both print and electronic formats. To download the online supporting materials, each guide owner will be provided with a unique access code that they must send to the email provided in section two of this guide. On receipt of the valid unique access code, an access link will be sent to the guide owner’s email address (within 24 hours) for access to download the online supporting materials. From time to time any updates to the guide will be made available on the online portal and the guide owner will be informed of such via their email address. It is anticipated that this guide will be a useful resource for learners with little or no background in Software Testing, to develop the skills necessary for them to operate as competent Software Testing Professionals in any workplace.

Table of Contents

Section1: Practical Guide Notes for the BCS/ISTQB Software Testing Foundation Exam
Part One: The Principles of Testing
Part Two: Testing Throughout the Life Cycle
Part Three: Static Techniques
Part Four: Test Design Techniques
Part Five: Test Management
Part Six – Tool Support for Testing
Section 2 – A Hands on Practical Guide to Software Testing