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Fundamentals of test automation

In this seminar you will receive an introduction to test automation and learn about the most important basics, approaches and challenges. The seminar is aimed at anyone who is interested in test automation and is looking for a simple and effective introduction to the topic. You will learn the basic concepts, terms and approaches of test automation.

Basics of test automation Seminar materials

Basic concepts, terms and procedures of test automation.
The quick and compact introduction to the topic.

The seminar offers a practical introduction to the basics, approaches and challenges of test automation and is ideal for anyone looking for a simple and targeted introduction to the topic.

  • Duration: 1 day

  • Language: German or English

  • Training formats: Live online seminar or face-to-face seminar

  • Exclusively available as anin-house seminar
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Target group

Test managers, developers, test automation specialists, test analysts, business analysts, project managers.

Seminar contents

  1. Test automation in the test process
  2. The generic test automation architecture
  3. Maintenance aspects
  4. Tools and tool selection
  5. Switching from manual to automated testing

Learning objectives

  • To know the objectives, advantages, disadvantages and limitations of test automation.

  • Know the components of a test automation solution.

  • Understand the maintenance risks associated with automated testing tools.

  • Understand basic considerations for tool selection.

  • Know success factors for the transition to automated testing.

Seminar documents

You will receive comprehensive accompanying material for the seminar including

  • Digital seminar documents with the complete seminar content.

Get certified

After the seminar, you can take the "ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation Level)" certification exam. Document your knowledge with this internationally recognized certificate. You can book the exam together with the seminar.

  • Online exam: You determine the time and place of the exam.

  • Type of exam: Multiple-choice exam with 40 questions.

  • Time: Freely selectable within three months after the seminar.

  • Duration: 60 minutes (exam time can be extended by 15 minutes for non-native speakers).

  • Language: German or English

  • Prerequisites: none

  • Price: 225 € plus VAT.

Learning material

This seminar is based on the current version of the "ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation Level)" scheme. The "ISTQB Certified Tester" scheme is a globally recognized, standardized training and development scheme for software testers. The scheme consists of the Foundation, Advanced and Expert training levels, supplemented by modules for working in agile teams and other specialist modules. The associated syllabuses and examination questions are developed and published in Germany by the German Testing Board (GTB). Examinations are offered and conducted by authorized certification bodies.

  • Syllabus: The current version CTFL V4.0.1 D of the syllabus can be found atwww.gtb.de

  • Glossary: The current ISTQB glossary of test terms can be found atglossary.istqb.org

  • Sample exams: The current sample exam set A can be found atwww.gtb.de

Why TestSolutions?

Quick and practical introduction
Sound basic knowledge
Understanding proven approaches
Recognizing challenges
Practice-oriented content
No previous knowledge required
Flexible learning format
Basis for further training