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Overview
The ISTQB Agile Tester certification equips testers with essential skills for contributing effectively to Agile projects. The certification covers Agile testing practices and aligns with the principles of Agile software development outlined in the Agile Manifesto. It emphasizes the tester’s role as a collaborative part of the Agile team, working closely with developers and business representatives in a cross-functional environment.
Objectives
By the end of this course, leaner will be able to:
- Understand Agile principles and practices, and their application in testing.
- Collaborate within a cross-functional Agile team.
- Apply Agile-specific testing techniques to support iterative development.
- Participate in Agile planning and support test-related activities.
- Facilitate test automation and work effectively with test tools.
- Help define testable user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements.
Prerequisites
- Have a Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate (Version 4 or earlier).
- Be familiar with the basics of software testing.
- Understand Agile methodologies and processes.
- Possess good communication skills for effective collaboration.
- Have foundational knowledge of test automation tools (recommended).
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Agile and Agile TestingCourses2024-11-05T10:41:17+05:30
- Overview of Agile values and principles.
- Differences between Agile and traditional testing environments.
- Role of testing in Agile and the “whole-team” approach.
Module 2 : Agile Testing Techniques and MethodsCourses2024-11-05T10:42:20+05:30
- Specific Agile testing methods: Test-Driven Development (TDD), Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD), and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
- Techniques for iterative testing and feedback loops.
- Exploratory testing in Agile projects.
Module 3 : Collaborating on Agile ProjectsCourses2024-11-05T10:43:04+05:30
- Engaging in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives).
- Working with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders.
- Writing and refining user stories with clear, testable acceptance criteria.
Module 4 : Agile Test Planning and MonitoringCourses2024-11-05T10:47:47+05:30
- Integrating testing activities into Agile planning processes.
- Task estimation, backlog refinement, and prioritization.
- Tracking progress, metrics, and testing outcomes within Agile frameworks.
Module 5 : Agile Test Automation and ToolsCourses2024-11-05T10:48:13+05:30
- Role of automation in Agile environments.
- Introduction to automation frameworks and tools.
- Supporting continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) with automated tests.
