Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Software Testing

Types of Software Testing

Manual Software Testing

Manual Testing Tools

White Box Testing

Black Box Testing

Automation Testing

Lesson Summary

This module will begin by helping you examine the software testing principles. We will also help you find knowledge on the different types of software testing. This course will provide you with the opportunity to examine the advantages and disadvantages of manual testing. Finally this course will answer questions like, How to perform a manual test?

Theory of Software Testing - Assessment

Discover the fundamental concepts of software testing principles and methodical procedures in this free online course.

Theory of Software Testing

Software testing involves checking the software's attributes and how its components work to detect bugs, errors, and other issues. The course explores the concepts behind the software development life cycle. The course also clarifies the different types of software testing. We explain how to identify types of manual testing and the advantages of manual testing. we finally will help you answer questions like: "What is the software build process?"

Course overview

Basics of Kubernetes

Kubernetes Design and Architecture

In this module, you will be introduced to the history and fundamentals of Kubernetes as well as its business values, you will learn about containers and dockers, and discover various Kubernetes-associated terms such as pods and runtime and also the patterns to be considered when designing deployments.

Kubernetes Demos

Kubernetes Deployment

Course Conclusion

In this module, you will learn about the role of ETCD within Kubernetes, which is to store critical data from distributed systems, how to install CLI kubectl and deployment options, how to deploy clusters, services, and applications, and how to deploy minikube.

Introduction to Kubernetes - Course assessment

Master the skills required to run and deploy containerized applications using Kubernetes in this free online course.

Introduction to Kubernetes

Kubernetes is an open-source platform for automating containerized application deployment, scaling and management. It consists of several components that communicate with one another via the API server to package applications in a standardized manner. This course will teach you the fundamentals of Kubernetes, which will help you get started in your professional DevOps career. Discover microservices, deployments, Kubectl and Minikube.

Levels of Testing

In this module you will be introduced to software testing. You will learn about when testing begins in the software development life cycle. You will learn about the verification and validation processes of testing, about the different testing levels, and what the different levels test.

Basic Concepts in Testing - Part I

Basic Concepts in Testing - Part 2

Unit Testing

In this module you will learn about the pesticide effect for software testing. You will learn about the software development life cycle V model, its strengths and weaknesses. You will learn about the evolution of test automation, comparing the testing tools available. You will learn about the fault model and how it outlines the types of faults in the program. You will learn about test cases, and design and planning and strategies for test cases. Finally, you will learn about unit testing.

Equivalence and BV Testing

Special Value Testing

In this module you will be introduced to Equivalence class testing, you will learn how equivalence class testing works and is based on the input data. You will learn about equivalence classes been created for both invalid and valid data. You will learn about special value testing and about its two types General and Special risk. You will learn about boundary value analysis and how it works.

Combinatorial Testing

Pairwise Testing

White-Box Testing

In this module you will be introduced to Combinatorial testing. You will learn about different types of combinatorial testing strategies. You will learn about Decision table-based testing. You will learn about cause-effect graphing and how it can help you with decision tables. You will learn about pair-wise or all-pairs testing and how it works. You will learn about white-box testing and about several strategies for it. Finally, you will learn about white-box testing strategies.

Diploma in Software Testing - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

MC/DC Testing - Part 1

MC/DC Testing - Part 2

In this module you will be introduced to coverage based testing. You will learn about the basic condition coverage testing. You will learn about other types of coverage based techniques. You will learn about which is the strongest and weakest coverage based techniques. You will learn about the Modified condition and decision coverage testing (MC/DC testing).

Path Testing

Dataflow and Mutation Testing

Mutation Testing

In this module you will be introduced to path testing another coverage testing technique. You will learn about creating control flow graphs. You will learn about using Dataflow testing to test your variables in a program. You will learn about introducing faults into your program for mutation testing. You will learn about how mutation testing works, its drawbacks and terminology. You will be introduced to integration testing, what it is and different approaches to integration testing.

Integration Testing

System Testing

Regression Testing

In this module you will be introduced to the testing levels above unit testing. You will learn about integration testing. You will learn about the different approaches for integration testing and how they work. You will learn about system testing and what its objective is. You will learn about different types of system performance testing. You will learn about what many of the performance tests, test the system on. You will learn about regression testing when it’s performed and why.

Testing Object-Oriented Programs - Part 1

Testing Object-Oriented Programs - Part 2

In this module you will be introduced to testing Object-Orientated programs. You will learn about how OO programming was supposed to make testing easier. You will learn about how some testing methods for Procedural programs will not work with OO programs. You will learn about how features of OO programming such as inheritance and Polymorphism will make you test your program differently. You will learn about the different integration testing strategies for testing your OO program.

Diploma in Software Testing - Second Assessment

Diploma in Software Testing - Final Assessment

Get advanced knowledge and specialized skills in software testing using this online software testing course.

Diploma in Software Testing

This free Software Testing course covers the most important topics of software testing, from functional testing to black and white box testing. In this so-called Age of Apps, software testing is becoming an indispensable part of software development. This means there are great career opportunities for software testers. With this course, you will be able to enhance your résumé and become a professional software tester.

Introduction to Software Management

Types of Software Projects

Activities in Software Project Management

Project Management Standards

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of software management. You will learn about the different types of software projects as well as the activities involved in software project management. You will also learn about project management standards.

Life Cycle Models in Project Management

Examples of Life Cycle Models

Waterfall-Based Models

Evolutionary and AGILE Models

Techniques of AGILE Models

SCRUM Frameworks

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of life cycle models, as well as the life cycle models in project management and study some examples of the model. You will gain more insight into the waterfall-based models as well as the evolutionary and AGILE models. You will also be introduced to the different techniques of AGILE models and SCRUM frameworks.

Introduction to Project Evaluation

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Techniques of Cost Benefit Evaluation

Steps in C-B Analysis and Risk Evaluation

Programme Management

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of project evaluation. You will learn about cost-benefit analysis as well as the techniques of cost-benefit analysis. You will also learn about the different steps involved in cost-benefit analysis and how to evaluate risk. You will then be introduced to programme management.

Project Scheduling

Two Task Networks: PERT/CPM

Sample Usage of PERT/CPM

Computation of Project Characteristics using PERT/CPM

Computing Parameters using PERT/CPM

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of two task networks which include PERT and CPM. You will learn about the importance of project scheduling and PERT/CPM. You will learn about the different steps in PERT/CPM as well as computation of project characteristics using PERT/CPM. You will also be introduced to computing parameters using PERT/CPM.

Introduction to Product Planning

Taxonomy of Estimating Methods

Types of Estimation Techniques

Parametric Models

Albrecht and IFPUG Function Points

In this module, you will be introduced to project planning. You will learn about the taxonomy of estimating methods as well as the different types of estimation techniques. You will also be introduced to parametric models, as well as the purpose of Albrecht IFPUG function point analysis.

COCOMO 81 and COCOMO II

Types of COCOMO Models

Variation of the COCOMO Model

Halstead's Software Science

Staffing Level Estimations

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of the constructive cost model. You will learn about COCOMO 81 and COCOMO II as well as the different types of COCOMO models such as complete, basic, and intermediate models. The module will also introduce the variations of the COCOMO Model, Halstead’s Software Science, and staffing level estimations.

Diploma in Software Project Management - First Assessment

PERT and Project Crashing

Team Management

Organisation and Team Structure

Team Structure and Risk Management

Risk Management and Introduction to Software Quality

In this module, you will be introduced to organizational structure and risk management. You will learn about PERT and project crashing as well as team management. You will also learn about the typical organizational structures and team structures. This module will also introduce risk management, as well as software quality.

Introduction to Resource Allocation

Phases of Resource Allocation

Outcomes of Resource Allocation

In this module, you will be introduced to resource evaluation. You will learn about the different categories of resource allocation as well as the different phases of resource allocation. You will also be introduced to the outcomes of resource allocation, how to publish the resource schedule using a work schedule, as well as how to present cost schedules.

Introduction to Project Monitoring and Control

Aspects of Project Monitoring and Control

Source Code Review

Visualizing Work Schedules

Earned Value Analysis and Baseline Budget

Monitoring Earned Value

In this module, you will be introduced to project monitoring and control. You will learn about the different aspects of project monitoring and control, as well as source code review. You will also learn how to visualize work scheduling using different charts. You will also be introduced to how to analyze earned value and baseline budget as well as monitoring earned value.

Prioritizing Monitoring Activities

Change Control and Software Configuration Management

Configuration Management Process

Contract Management

Stages in Contract Placement

Introduction to Project Closure

In this module, you will be introduced to contract management. You will learn how to prioritize monitoring activities such as critical path activities and high-risk activities. You will also learn about change control and software configuration management as well as configuration management processes. You will be introduced to the different types of contracts, the stages in contract placement and be introduced to project closure.

Software Quality Management

ISO 9000 Structure and Certification

ISO 9001 Requirements

SEI Capacity Maturity Model

Key Process Areas (KPAs) in CMM

In this module, you will be introduced to software quality management. You will learn about the evolution of software quality management, and the ISO 9000 structure and certification. You will also learn about the ISO 9000 requirements as well as SEI Capacity Maturity Model. You will also be introduced to the Key Process Areas (KPAs) in CMM.

Personal Software Process (PSP)

Software Reliability Measurement

Hardware and Software Failure Curve

Software Reliability Estimation Technique

Software Statistical Testing

In this module, you will be introduced to software reliability management. You will learn about the Personal Software Process (PSP) and its advantages to a user. You will also learn about the process of evaluating the reliability of the software. You will also be introduced to the difference between hardware and software failure curves as well as learn about software reliability estimation techniques and software statistical testing.

Diploma in Software Project Management - Second Assessment

Diploma in Software Project Management - Course Assessment

Free online course on software project management, as well as the process of resource allocation and project scheduling.

Diploma in Software Project Management

This free online diploma in software project management course provides a comprehensive guide on how individuals and organizations can manage their software projects. Learn about the types of software projects and life cycle models in project management. You will learn about organizational/team structure, risk management, as well as project monitoring and control. Start this course today and improve your knowledge of software project management.

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