Exam Preparation: Istqb Test Analyst Advanced Level

Master Advanced Testing Techniques and Prepare for the ISTQB Test Analyst Certification Exam

What you'll learn

Preparation for the ISTQB Test Analyst

The Role of a Test Analyst in the Testing Process

Risk-Based Testing

Black-Box Testing Techniques

Experience-Based Testing Techniques

Software Quality Testing

Reviewing Test Documentation and Requirements

Test Automation and Testing Tools

ISTQB Test Analyst Practice Exam

Requirements

Basic Knowledge of Software Testing

Willingness to Learn and Prepare for the Exam

Description

Welcome to the "Exam Preparation: ISTQB Test Analyst Advanced Level" Course!This course is your ultimate guide to mastering the concepts, techniques, and responsibilities of a Test Analyst at the Advanced Level, specifically designed to help you prepare for the ISTQB Test Analyst Advanced Level certification exam.Whether you're an experienced QA professional looking to take your career to the next level, or a tester who wants to strengthen their analytical skills and gain in-depth knowledge of test techniques, risk-based testing, and software quality characteristics, this course provides everything you need to pass the exam with confidence.What You’ll Learn:The Role of a Test Analyst in the Testing Process – Understand key tasks, responsibilities, and contributions of a Test Analyst across different testing phases.Risk-Based Testing – Learn how to identify, assess, and prioritize risks to optimize test effort and focus on critical areas of the system. Test Design Techniques – Master black-box techniques such as Equivalence Partitioning, Boundary Value Analysis, Decision Table Testing, and State Transition Testing to create effective test cases. Experience-Based Testing – Explore Error Guessing, Exploratory Testing, and Checklist-Based Testing to enhance defect detection beyond structured techniques.Testing Software Quality Characteristics – Understand the importance of usability, interoperability, portability, and accessibility in software testing. Review Process & Documentation Analysis – Gain expertise in reviewing requirements, user stories, and other test-related documentation to detect defects early.Test Tools and Automation – Discover essential tools that support test management, test design, test data generation, and automated execution. Practice Exam Questions – Test your knowledge with a sample exam, structured just like the real ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst certification exam.Who This Course Is For:Aspiring Test Analysts – Individuals preparing for the ISTQB Test Analyst Advanced Level certification who need a structured, syllabus-based approach.Software Testers and QA Professionals – Testers who want to enhance their analytical skills, master advanced test techniques, and expand their career opportunities.Test Leads & Agile Team Members – Professionals looking to strengthen their risk-based testing skills, improve test efficiency, and contribute to high-quality software delivery.By the end of this course, you will have a thorough understanding of test analysis concepts and methodologies, and you will be fully prepared to pass the ISTQB Test Analyst Advanced Level certification exam. Let’s get started on your journey to becoming a Certified Advanced Level Test Analyst!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 About instructor

Section 2: The Test Analyst’s Tasks in the Test Process

Lecture 2 Introduction

Lecture 3 Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle

Lecture 4 Test Analysis

Lecture 5 Test Design

Lecture 6 Low-level and High-level Test Cases

Lecture 7 Design of Test Cases

Lecture 8 Test Implementation

Lecture 9 Test Execution

Section 3: The Test Analyst's Tasks in Risk-Based Testing

Lecture 10 Risk Identification

Lecture 11 Risk Assessment

Lecture 12 Risk Mitigation

Lecture 13 Prioritizing the Tests

Lecture 14 Adjusting Testing for Future Test Cycles

Section 4: Test Techniques

Lecture 15 Black-Box Test Techniques

Lecture 16 Equivalence Partitioning

Lecture 17 Boundary Value Analysis

Lecture 18 Decision Table Testing

Lecture 19 State Transition Testing

Lecture 20 Classification Tree Technique

Lecture 21 Pairwise Testing

Lecture 22 Use Case Testing

Lecture 23 Combining Techniques

Section 5: Experience-Based Test Techniques

Lecture 24 Error Guessing

Lecture 25 Checklist-Based Testing

Lecture 26 Exploratory Testing

Lecture 27 Defect-Based Test Techniques

Lecture 28 Applying the Most Appropriate Technique

Section 6: Testing Software Quality Characteristics

Lecture 29 Quality Characteristics for Business Domain Testing

Lecture 30 Functional Correctness Testing

Lecture 31 Functional Appropriateness Testing

Lecture 32 Functional Completeness Testing

Lecture 33 Interoperability Testing

Lecture 34 Usability Evaluation

Lecture 35 Portability Testing

Section 7: Reviews

Lecture 36 Using Checklists in Reviews

Lecture 37 Requirements Reviews

Lecture 38 User Story Reviews

Lecture 39 Tailoring Checklists

Section 8: Test Tools and Automation

Lecture 40 Keyword-Driven Testing

Lecture 41 Test Design Tools

Lecture 42 Test Data Preparation Tools

Lecture 43 Automated Test Execution Tools

Section 9: Sample exam

Aspiring Test Analysts,Software Testers and QA Professionals,Test Managers and Leads,Anyone Interested in Software Testing