Istqb Foundation Level Mobile Application Testing

Master ISTQB CT-MAT mobile testing with expert slides, quizzes, mock exams, and real-world strategies

What you'll learn

Understand and review business and technology drivers for mobile apps in order to create a test strategy

Identify and understand the key challenges, risks and expectations associated with testing a mobile application

Apply test types and levels specific to mobile applications

Apply common test types, such as those mentioned in ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level syllabus 2018, in the mobile specific context

Carry out the activities required specifically for mobile application testing as part of the main activities of the ISTQB® test process

Identify and use suitable environments and appropriate tools for mobile application testing

Understand methods and tools specifically to support mobile application test automation

Requirements

Basic understanding of software testing

ISTQB foundation certification required

A desire to work in mobile QA or automation

Description

Unlock the art and science of mobile app quality assurance with this comprehensive, hands-on course, meticulously designed around the ISTQB® Certified Tester — Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT) syllabus. This program is ideal for anyone looking to master mobile testing. Whether you’re an aspiring mobile tester taking your first steps, a seasoned QA professional aiming to specialize in the dynamic mobile landscape, or a proactive developer eager to significantly boost app reliability, this course will equip you with the essential skills and unwavering confidence needed to excel.You'll learn to design robust tests that account for the intricate interplay of device hardware, diverse operating systems, and fluctuating real-world network conditions. Furthermore, you'll master how to apply core test types—including functional, compatibility, performance, security, and usability testing—all specifically tailored for the unique complexities of mobile contexts. The course will guide you through the full test process, from meticulous planning and insightful design to efficient execution, clear reporting, and vital post-release monitoring. You'll also discover how to leverage powerful exploratory techniques like heuristics, personas, tours, and session-based testing to uncover those elusive, hard-to-find defects. Crucially, you'll prepare thoroughly for the CT-MAT Exam with scenario-based practice questions, practical sample checklists, and realistic exam-style exercises.Beyond conceptual understanding, this course provides a wealth of practical questions and over 70 scenario-based challenges. By the end, you’ll be fully prepared to ace your CT-MAT certification and confidently contribute to delivering rock-solid mobile applications that not only exceed user expectations but also brilliantly withstand real-world challenges. Join us now and transform your mobile testing expertise!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to Mobile Application Testing Course

Section 2: Mobile World - Business and Technology Drivers

Lecture 2 Introduction to Mobile Testing and Market Trends

Lecture 3 Mobile Analytics and User Data Insights

Lecture 4 Business Models and Their Testing Impacts

Lecture 5 Mobile Device Types

Lecture 6 Types of Mobile Applications (Native, Web, Hybrid)

Lecture 7 Mobile App Architecture and Layered Testing

Lecture 8 Mobile Testing Strategy and Real-world Planning

Lecture 9 Mobile Testing Challenges

Lecture 10 Risk Analysis & Mitigation in Mobile Testing

Section 3: Mobile Application Test Types

Lecture 11 Mobile Application Test Types Introduction

Lecture 12 Testing for Compatibility with Device Hardware

Lecture 13 Device Features

Lecture 14 Different Displays

Lecture 15 Device Temperature

Lecture 16 Device Input Sensors

Lecture 17 Testing Various Input Methods

Lecture 18 Testing for Screen Orientation Change

Lecture 19 Testing for Typical Interrupts

Lecture 20 Testing for Access Permissions to Device Features

Lecture 21 Power Consumption and State

Lecture 22 Testing for App Interactions with Device Software-Section two Introduction

Lecture 23 Testing for Notifications

Lecture 24 Quick-access Links

Lecture 25 User Preferences Provided by the Operating System

Lecture 26 Testing for Different Types of Apps

Lecture 27 Interoperability with Multiple Platforms and Operating System Versions

Lecture 28 Interoperability and Co-existence with other Apps on the Device

Lecture 29 Testing for Various Connectivity Methods

Lecture 30 Chapter Summary

Section 4: Common Test Types & Mobile Test Process

Lecture 31 Common Test Types & Mobile Test Process Introduction

Lecture 32 Common Test Types Applicable for Mobile Application

Lecture 33 Installability Testing

Lecture 34 Stress Testing

Lecture 35 Security Testing

Lecture 36 Performance Testing

Lecture 37 Usability Testing

Lecture 38 Database Testing

Lecture 39 Globalization and Localization Testing

Lecture 40 Accessibility Testing

Lecture 41 Additional Test Levels applicable for Mobile Applications

Lecture 42 Field Testing

Lecture 43 Testing for Application Store Approval and Post-release Testing

Lecture 44 Experience-based Testing Techniques

Lecture 45 Personas and Mnemonics

Lecture 46 Heuristics

Lecture 47 Tours

Lecture 48 Session-Based Test Management (SBTM)

Lecture 49 Mobile Test Process and Approaches

Lecture 50 Test Approaches

Section 5: Mobile Platforms, Tools, and Environments

Lecture 51 Mobile Platforms, Tools, and Environments Introduction

Lecture 52 Development Platforms for Mobile Applications

Lecture 53 Common Development Platform Tools

Lecture 54 Emulators & Simulators

Lecture 55 Setting up a Test Lab

Lecture 56 Best Practices & Example Setup

Section 6: Mobile Test Automation

Lecture 57 Mobile Test Automation Introduction

Lecture 58 Automation Approaches

Lecture 59 Automation Methods

Lecture 60 Automation Tools Evaluation

Lecture 61 Approaches for setting up an Automation Test Lab

Section 7: Exam Preparation + Mock Test

Lecture 62 CT-MAT Exam Structure and Scoring

Manual testers and QA analysts moving into mobile testing,Test leads preparing their teams for mobile projects,Anyone preparing for ISTQB CT-MAT certification,Mobile app developers interested in test automation