Software Testing
Software testing is a crucial component of the software development lifecycle, ensuring that software applications meet quality standards and perform as expected. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to software testing concepts, techniques, and best practices, catering specifically to beginners with no prior experience in the field.
The course begins with an overview of the importance of software testing and its role in ensuring the reliability and functionality of software applications. You'll learn about different testing methodologies and approaches, including manual testing and automated testing, and understand the benefits and limitations of each.
Moving on, you'll explore the fundamentals of software testing, including test planning, test case design, and test execution. You'll learn how to identify and prioritize test scenarios, create effective test cases, and execute tests systematically to uncover defects and errors in software applications.
Next, you'll delve into various types of software testing, such as functional testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing. Through practical examples and hands-on exercises, you'll learn how to apply these testing techniques to verify different aspects of software functionality, ensuring that software meets user requirements and specifications.
As you progress, you'll also learn about test automation tools and frameworks, including Selenium and pytest, and understand how automation can streamline the testing process and improve efficiency. You'll learn how to write automated test scripts, execute tests across different environments, and analyze test results to identify issues and defects.
Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on practical application and real-world scenarios. You'll work on a series of projects and case studies, simulating common testing scenarios and challenges faced by software testers in industry settings. By the end of the course, you'll have a solid understanding of software testing principles and techniques, equipped with the skills to contribute effectively to software quality assurance efforts.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Software Testing
Importance of software testing
Testing methodologies and approaches
Fundamentals of Software Testing
Test planning and strategy
Test case design and execution
Types of Software Testing
Functional testing
Regression testing
User acceptance testing
Test Automation Basics
Introduction to test automation
Benefits of test automation
Introduction to Test Automation Tools
Overview of Selenium WebDriver
Introduction to pytest framework
Writing Automated Test Scripts
Writing and executing test scripts with Selenium WebDriver
Creating test suites with pytest
Test Automation Best Practices
Test script organization and maintenance
Handling dynamic elements and synchronization
Test Execution and Reporting
Executing automated tests across different environments
Analyzing test results and reporting defects
Test Management and Documentation
Test case management tools
Test documentation and reporting
Final Project
Capstone project applying software testing techniques to a real-world software application
Presentation and peer review
