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This course is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in Software Quality Assurance (SQA), covering both manual and automated testing processes. You will learn the essential principles, methodologies, and tools used in modern software testing to ensure that software applications meet quality standards. Whether you're new to software testing or looking to enhance your skills, this course will prepare you for a successful career in SQA.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, you will:

• Understand the software development life cycle (SDLC) and the role of QA in various development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Learn how to design, document, and execute test plans and test cases.
• Gain hands-on experience in manual and automated testing techniques.
• Master popular testing tools, including Selenium, JIRA, and Postman.
• Identify, document, and communicate software defects to development teams.
• Prepare for industry-recognized certifications like ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board).

Who Should Enroll:

• Aspiring software testers looking to enter the SQA field.
• Developers interested in transitioning to software testing roles.
• IT professionals aiming to expand their skill set in quality assurance.
• Fresh graduates with an interest in technology and software quality.
• Anyone seeking a career change to the technology sector.

Key Course Topics:

1. Introduction to Software Quality Assurance

   • Understanding QA and its importance in software development.
   • Difference between quality assurance, quality control, and testing.

2. Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

   • Overview of SDLC phases.
   • Role of QA in Agile and Waterfall models.

3. Manual Testing Techniques

   • Types of testing (unit, integration, system, regression, UAT).
   • Test planning, test case design, and execution.
   • Bug life cycle and defect reporting.

4. Automation Testing Fundamentals

   • Introduction to automation testing and its benefits.
   • Overview of Selenium WebDriver for web application testing.

Upon successful completion of the Kickstart Your Software Quality Assurance Career course, participants will:

1. Master Software Testing Concepts:

   • Understand key principles of software quality assurance, including the difference between QA, QC (Quality Control), and testing.
   • Familiarize yourself with different types of testing such as unit, integration, functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).

2. Proficiency in SDLC and Agile Methodologies:

   • Comprehend the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the role QA plays in each phase.
   • Gain practical experience in Agile methodologies, particularly how testing is integrated within Agile frameworks like Scrum.

3. Develop and Execute Test Plans:

   • Learn how to design comprehensive test plans, create detailed test cases, and execute them to verify software functionality and performance.
   • Perform manual testing on real-world applications to identify bugs and defects.

4. Skill in Automation Testing:

   • Gain hands-on experience with popular automation tools like Selenium.
   • Learn to create and execute automated test scripts, and understand how automation fits within the QA process.

5. Expertise with Industry-Standard Tools:

   • Proficiently use tools like JIRA for bug tracking and test management.
   • Use Postman for API testing and JMeter for performance testing.

6. Bug Reporting and Defect Management:

   • Develop the skills to identify, track, and document defects in software applications.
   • Effectively communicate with development teams using detailed bug reports to ensure timely resolution of issues.

7. Prepared for QA Certifications:

   • Be ready to take certification exams such as ISTQB Foundation Level or Certified Software Tester (CSTE), enhancing your qualifications for SQA roles.

8. Strong Collaboration and Communication Skills:

   • Learn how to work effectively within a team, collaborating with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure software quality.
   • Write concise and clear test reports and defect documentation.

9. Career Readiness:

   • Build a professional QA portfolio through hands-on projects that demonstrate your testing skills.
   • Receive guidance on resume building, job search strategies, and interview preparation for entry-level QA positions.

10. Job Opportunities:

• Be fully prepared to apply for positions such as Manual Tester, Automation Tester, QA Analyst, or QA Engineer in software companies, startups, or IT departments.

By the end of the course, participants will have the confidence and skills to enter the software quality assurance field and contribute to the development of high-quality software products.