Software Testing Crash Course 2025

Learn Software Testing main concepts focusing on test design techniques, test cases, defects and tools.

What you'll learn

Understand the key principles and core concepts of software testing.

Understand how software testing integrates with software development.

Apply test design techniques and create simple test cases.

Properly register defect (bug) reports.

Learn the main tools software testers are using daily.

Get tips on the next steps.

Requirements

No prior experience is needed.

This course is designed for absolute beginners with no IT background.

Description

COURSE DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Software Testing Crash Course! This course is designed for absolute beginners with no IT background. Throughout our sessions, you'll gain a solid understanding of software testing basics, learn how testing fits into the software development process, and become familiar with key techniques used in the industry. Please note that this course is intended to provide foundational knowledge and does not prepare you for specific certifications.COURSE OBJECTIVES:- Introduce you to the core concepts of software testing.- Explain how software testing integrates with software development.- Teach you essential testing techniques and tools.- Provide a solid base for further exploration in IT and software testing.COURSE TOPICS:1 - Introduction2 - Software Testing Overview   - Understanding software testing and its importance.   - Key terms and definitions in software testing.   - Roles in an IT project and the tester's responsibilities.   - Common misconceptions about testing.   - Essential skills for a tester.   - Current IT trends affecting testing.3 - Software Testing Fundamentals   -   Goals and principles of software testing.   -   Overview of the testing process.4 - SDLC & Models   -   Stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).   -   Different development models and their impact on testing.   -   Various levels and types of testing.5 - Static Testing   -   What static testing is and why it matters.   -   The review process and different types of reviews.   -   Techniques used in static testing(review.   -   Comparing static and dynamic analysis.6 - Test Design Techniques   -   Black box techniques: Equivalence Partitioning (EP), Boundary Value Analysis (BVA), Decision Tables, and State Transition Testing.   -   White box techniques: Statement Testing and Branch Testing.   -   Experience-based techniques: Error Guessing, Checklist-based Testing, Exploratory Testing.   -   Other techniques: Risk-based Testing, Monkey Testing, Pairwise Testing.7 - Test Cases   -   How to write effective test cases.   -   Demonstration of creating test cases.   -   Executing test cases using test management tools.   -   Overview of test management tools.8 - Defects   -   Differentiating between errors, defects, and failures.   -   How to use a defect description template.   -   Common issues with defect reports and how to improve them.   -   Creating a well-structured defect report.   -   Understanding the defect life cycle.9 - Tools   -   Overview of different categories of testing tools.   -   DevTools from a testing perspective.   -   Browser Extensions from a testing point of view.10 - What's Next?   -   Course summary and key takeaways.   -   Recommendations for next steps.   -   Resources and tips for further learning.WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:This course is perfect for beginners without prior IT experience who want to learn the basics of software testing. It's also a good starting point for anyone considering a career in IT, software testing, or quality assurance.COURSE FEATURES:- Interactive Lessons: Engaging videos and quizzes to help you learn.- Expert Instructor: Learn from Mantas, who has vast hands-on international experience.- Flexible Learning: Access course materials at your own pace with lifetime access.ENROLL TODAY:Get started by understanding software testing and building a solid foundation for your career. Enrol now to begin learning the essentials of software testing!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome to the course

Section 2: Software Testing Overview

Lecture 2 Introduction to Software Testing Overview

Lecture 3 Key definitions in Software Testing

Lecture 4 Tester in the IT project and other roles

Lecture 5 Testing Myths

Lecture 6 Testing Skills

Lecture 7 Information Technology Trends

Lecture 8 Summary of Software Testing Overview

Section 3: Software Testing Fundamentals

Lecture 9 Introduction to Software Testing Fundamentals

Lecture 10 Goals in Software Testing

Lecture 11 Testing Principles

Lecture 12 Testing Process

Lecture 13 Summary of Software Testing Fundamentals

Section 4: Software Development Life Cycles

Lecture 14 Introduction to SDLC

Lecture 15 SDLC Stages

Lecture 16 SDLC Models

Lecture 17 Testing Levels

Lecture 18 Testing Types

Lecture 19 Summary of SDLC

Section 5: Static Testing

Lecture 20 Introduction to Static Testing

Lecture 21 The Meaning of Static Testing

Lecture 22 Reviews (Process, Types, Techniques)

Lecture 23 Static Analysis

Lecture 24 Summary of Static Testing

Section 6: Test Design Techniques

Lecture 25 Test Design Techniques Categories

Lecture 26 Equivalence Partitioning

Lecture 27 Boundary Value Analysis

Lecture 28 Decision Tables

Lecture 29 State Transition Testing

Lecture 30 Statement Testing

Lecture 31 Branch Testing

Lecture 32 Experience-based Testing

Lecture 33 Other Testing Techniques

Lecture 34 Summary of Test Design Techniques

Section 7: Test Cases

Lecture 35 Introduction to Test Cases

Lecture 36 Tips on Writing Test Cases

Lecture 37 DEMO on Creating Test Cases

Lecture 38 Test Cases Execution

Lecture 39 Test Management Tools

Lecture 40 Summary of Test Cases

Section 8: Defects

Lecture 41 Introduction to Defects

Lecture 42 Defect Report Examples

Lecture 43 Defect Description Template

Lecture 44 Defect Life Cycle

Section 9: Tools

Lecture 45 Introduction to Tools in Testing

Lecture 46 Tools Categories

Lecture 47 DevTools

Lecture 48 Browser Extensions

Lecture 49 Summary of Tools

Section 10: What's Next?

Lecture 50 Summary of the course

This course is perfect for beginners with no prior IT experience who want to learn the basics of software testing.,It’s also a good starting point for anyone considering a career in IT, software testing, or quality assurance.