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QA Manual Testing Course Overview

Course Title:

Curs Testare Manuala

Course Duration:

16 weeks (96 hours)

Course Format:

Instructor-led, with a combination of lectures, hands-on labs, and real-world projects.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of software testing and quality assurance.

• Learn various testing techniques and methodologies.

• Develop the skills to design, execute, and manage manual test cases.

• Gain expertise in defect reporting and tracking.

• Understand the role of QA in the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Prepare for a career in software testing with practical experience and industry-standard tools.

Target Audience:

• Individuals aspiring to start a career in software testing.

• IT professionals seeking to transition into a QA role.

• Developers and business analysts looking to enhance their testing knowledge.

Prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of software development.

• Familiarity with Windows or other operating systems.

• No prior QA or testing experience is required.

Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction to Software Testing

• Overview of Software Testing and Quality Assurance

• Importance of Software Testing in SDLC

• Key Concepts: Quality, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance

• Testing Principles and Best Practices

Week 2: Software Development Life Cycle and Testing Life Cycle

• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Models (Waterfall, Agile, V-Model)

• Testing Life Cycle: Test Planning, Test Design, Test Execution, Test Closure

• Roles and Responsibilities of a QA Tester

Week 3: Test Planning and Documentation

• Test Planning: Objectives, Scope, Strategies, Resources, Schedule

• Test Documentation: Test Plan, Test Cases, Test Scripts, Test Data

• Creating and Managing Test Artifacts

Week 4: Types and Levels of Testing

• Functional vs. Non-Functional Testing

• Manual Testing Techniques: Black Box, White Box, Grey Box

• Levels of Testing: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Regression and Retesting

Week 5: Test Case Design Techniques

• Writing Effective Test Cases

• Equivalence Partitioning

• Boundary Value Analysis

• Decision Table Testing

• State Transition Testing

Week 6: Advanced Test Case Design

• Cause-Effect Graphing

• Error Guessing

• Exploratory Testing

• Hands-on Lab: Writing and Executing Advanced Test Cases

Week 7: Test Execution and Reporting

• Test Execution Process

• Defining Test Steps and Expected Results

• Logging Test Results

• Hands-on Lab: Test Execution and Reporting

Week 8: Defect Lifecycle and Management

• Understanding Defects: Types, Severity, Priority

• Defect Lifecycle: Logging, Tracking, Managing Defects

• Tools for Defect Management (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla)

• Hands-on Lab: Logging and Tracking Defects

Week 9: Test Management and Reporting

• Test Management Process

• Tools for Test Management (e.g., TestRail, Quality Center)

• Generating Test Reports and Metrics

• Communicating Test Results to Stakeholders

• Hands-on Lab: Using Test Management Tools

Week 10: Non-Functional Testing

• Overview of Non-Functional Testing

• Performance Testing: Load, Stress, Volume Testing

• Security Testing

• Usability Testing

• Compatibility Testing

Week 11: Specialized Testing Techniques

• Localization and Internationalization Testing

• Accessibility Testing

• Compliance Testing

• Hands-on Lab: Performing Specialized Tests

Week 12: Agile and DevOps Testing

• Agile Testing Methodologies

• Role of QA in Agile Teams

• Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

• Hands-on Lab: Agile and DevOps Testing Practices

Week 13: Mobile Testing

• Introduction to Mobile Testing

• Mobile Testing Strategies

• Tools for Mobile Testing

• Hands-on Lab: Mobile Application Testing

Week 14: API Testing

• Introduction to APIs and Web Services

• API Testing Fundamentals

• Tools for API Testing (e.g., Postman, SoapUI)

• Hands-on Lab: API Testing

Week 15: Data and Analytics Testing

• Data Validation Testing

• ETL Testing

• Big Data Testing

• Hands-on Lab: Data and Analytics Testing

Week 16: Real-world Project and Final Assessment

• Working on a Real-world Project: End-to-End Testing Process

• Performing Different Types of Testing on the Project

• Final Assessment: Written Test and Practical Evaluation

• Q&A Session and Course Review

Learning Resources:

• Course Materials: Slides, Notes, and Handouts

• Access to Testing Tools and Software

• Online Forums and Support Groups

• Recommended Reading List and Online Resources

Career Support:

• Resume Building and Interview Preparation Workshops

• Networking Opportunities with Industry Professionals

• Job Placement Assistance and Internship Opportunities