Accredited Istqb Certified Tester Foundation Level

An ISTQB Accredited course for the Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) on the 2018 Syllabus.

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.7

- You will get a basic understanding on software testing
- You will be able to discuss with other software testers using the same terminology
- You have paved the road for further learning and advancement in the ISTQB certification scheme

What you'll learn

You will get a basic understanding on software testing
You will be able to discuss with other software testers using the same terminology
You have paved the road for further learning and advancement in the ISTQB certification scheme
With this course you will be able to pass the ISQTB - CTFL exam
You will have a high level overview on all parts included in software testing

* Requirements

* No previous knowledge is required
* A basic understanding of software development is handy but nor required

Description

This is an ISTQB accredited course for the CTFL (Certified Tester Foundation Level) certification.


This is not a read-out of the syllabus as is the case in many other courses as I do not see that as a proper course. The information from the syllabus is used in this course, mentioned, explained and wherever necessary examples are given in native-level English. Each chapter contains a quiz at the end which contains actual exam questions in order for you to get used to the way questions are asked on the exam. In each chapter we will also solve several questions together to get you used to the way questions are asked in the ISTQB Exam. This is an important part as both the questions and answers are sometimes formulated to throw you off.


This course has been written to help (aspiring) software testers, developers and other people interested in software testing grasp the basics and fundamentals of software testing. The entire 2018 syllabus is covered and some extra bonus material is also included. All terminology matches the terminology used in the latest ISTQB glossary.


Besides getting you ready for the ISTQB-CTFL exam with the course, sample exams and tips and tricks, I would really like to teach you about software testing; things that you can use in your day-to-day work.


As you can see on Udemy, there are various courses already on this subject; so why would you take this course?

1. The course has been written on the 2018 syllabus and some interesting subjects from the 2011 are also included;

2. The material is ISTQB accredited and is the same material as if you would come in and join one of my classroom trainings;

3. There are more than 130 questions included in the course that will help you greatly;

4. We will go through questions together in each chapter;

5. Examples and exercises form a vital aspect of this course;

6. No false promises about you being a great software tester after you finish this course; however, this course is a very good starting point;

7. You will learn the basics and should be able to pass the exam without problems in the first go (if you pay attention of course);

8. Besides getting ready for the exam and most likely passing it on your first attempt, you will get a solid understanding of software testing fundamentals.


If you have any questions or remarks during the course, please post it on the discussion board and I will answer as fast as possible.

Who this course is for:

  • Junior testers and senior testers who want to start using common terminology
  • Anyone who wants or needs a basic understanding of software testing
  • Developers who want to understand software testing

Course content

10 sections • 83 lectures

What is Testing? Preview 11:10

Why is Testing Necessary? Preview 12:04

Errors, bugs and failures Preview 10:20

Testing vs Quality Assurance Preview 03:07

The Seven Testing Principles Preview 11:43

Test Process - Introduction Preview 06:10

Test Process - Test Planning Preview 07:12

Test Process - Test Monitoring & Control Preview 04:41

Test Process - Test Analysis Preview 08:15

Test Process - Test Design Preview 11:04

Test Process - Test Implementation Preview 08:05

Test Process - Test Execution Preview 07:36

Test Process - Test Completion Preview 05:53

Traceability Preview 05:38

The Psychology of Testing Preview 09:23

Chapter 1 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 19:44

Fundamentals of Testing - Exercise Questions

Software Development Lifecycle Models - Introduction Preview 04:52

Verification vs Validation Preview 04:09

Sequential Models Preview 14:37

Incremental and Iterative Models Preview 08:32

Agile Software Development Preview 21:06

Test Levels - Introduction Preview 04:00

Test Levels - Component Testing Preview 06:24

Test Levels - Integration Testing Preview 09:30

Test Levels - System Testing Preview 09:58

Test Levels - Acceptance Testing Preview 10:26

Test Types Preview 14:50

Maintenance Testing Preview 07:05

Chapter 2 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 16:40

Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle - Exercise Questions

Static Testing Basics Preview 13:27

Review Process Preview 10:45

Roles & Responsibilities in Formal Reviews Preview 05:49

Review Types Preview 10:13

Applying Review Techniques Preview 11:43

Success Factors for Reviews Preview 09:45

Chapter 3 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 11:55

Static Testing - Exercise Questions

Categories of Test Techniques Preview 11:03

Black Box Test Design - Introduction Preview 01:36

Black-Box Techniques - Equivalence Partitioning Preview 12:42

Black-Box Techniques - Boundary Value Analysis Preview 11:54

Black-Box Techniques - Decision Table Testing Preview 16:06

Black-Box Techniques - State Transition Testing Preview 21:23

Black-Box Techniques - Use Case testing Preview 10:47

White-Box Techniques - Introduction Preview 05:01

White-Box Techniques - Statement Testing & Coverage Preview 07:44

White-Box Techniques - Decision Testing & Coverage Preview 07:34

White-Box Techniques - Other Structure Based Techniques Preview 01:49

Experience-based Test Techniques - Introduction Preview 03:16

Experience-Based Techniques - Error Guessing Preview 03:38

Experience-Based Techniques - Exploratory Testing Preview 06:02

Experience-Based Techniques - Checklist-Based Testing Preview 02:36

Choosing Test Techniques Preview 04:43

Chapter 4 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 17:48

Test Techniques - Exercise Questions

Test Organization - Independent Testing Preview 06:53

Test Organization - Test management Tasks Preview 09:27

Test Planning and Estimation - Purpose & Content of a Test Plan Preview 08:57

Test Planning and Estimation - Test Strategy & Test Approach Preview 07:15

Test Planning and Estimation - Entry & Exit Criteria Preview 06:12

Test Planning and Estimation - Test Execution Schedule Preview 10:58

Test Planning and Estimation - Factors influencing the Test Effort Preview 05:38

Test Planning and Estimation - Test Estimation Techniques Preview 02:06

Test Monitoring and Control - Metrics Used in testing Preview 03:47

Test Monitoring and Control - Test Reports Preview 10:38

Configuration Management Preview 03:13

Risks & Testing Preview 22:39

Defect Management Preview 16:05

Chapter 5 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 15:56

Test Management - Exercise Questions

Test Tool Considerations Preview 05:55

Test Tool Classification Preview 07:24

Benefits & Risks of Test Automation Preview 05:10

Considerations for Test Execution and Test Management Tools Preview 04:50

Effective Use of Tools Preview 09:05

Chapter 6 - Sample Questions and Explanation Preview 10:49

Tool Support for Testing - Exercise Questions