Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB Practice Exam

The Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification from the ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) is a entry-level certification for beginners or newcomers in software testing. The certification focuses on developing a good understanding of software testing principles and techniques. The ISTQB's CTFL certification includes software testing techniques and tools to prepare you for grasping better opportunities in the booming software testing industry.
Why is Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB important?

• Certifies your knowledge of software testing principles, tools and techniques.
• Boosts job opportunities for entry-level or newcomers in software testing.
• Globally recognized certificate.
  
• Acts as an foundation for advanced certifications in software testing.
• Validates your understanding of software development lifecycle and effective testing practices.

Who should take the Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB Exam?

• Software Tester
• Test Analyst
• Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
• Test Coordinator
• Business Analyst
• Project Manager
• Software Developer (with testing responsibilities)
• System Analyst
• Automation Tester (entry-level)
• Functional Tester

Skills Evaluated

Candidates taking the certification exam on the Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB is evaluated for the following skills:

• Software testing principles and methodologies.
• Software development lifecycle and its phases.
• Design and execute test cases.
• Different types of testing (e.g., functional, non-functional).
• Defect management and reporting.
• Testing techniques and strategies.
• Test documentation .
• Testing tools and their usage.
• Risk management and quality assurance.

Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB Certification Course Outline
The course outline for Certified Tester Foundation Level-CTFL-ISTQB Certification is

Module 1. Fundamentals of Testing – 180 minutes

• What is Testing?

• Why is Testing Necessary?

• Testing Principles

• Test Activities, Testware and Test Roles

• Essential Skills and Good Practices in Testing

Module 2. Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle – 130 minutes

• Testing in the Context of a Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Test Levels and Test Types

• Describe Maintenance Testing

Module 3. Static Testing – 80 minutes

• Static Testing Basics

• Feedback and Review Process

Module 4. Test Analysis and Design – 390 minutes

• Test Techniques Overview

• Black-Box Test Techniques

• White-Box Test Techniques

• Experience-based Test Techniques

• Collaboration-based Test Approaches

Module 5. Managing the Test Activities – 335 minutes

• Grasp Test Planning

• Risk Management

• Test Monitoring, Test Control and Test Completion

• Configuration Management

• Defect Management

Module 6. Test Tools – 20 minutes

• Tool Support for Testing

• Benefits and Risks of Test Automation