Software Testing

**Objectives:**

– Understand the fundamentals of software testing.

– Learn about different testing types and methodologies.

**Topics:**

– Importance of Software Testing

– Definitions and Concepts (Defects, Errors, Failures)

– Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)

– Testing Levels (Unit, Integration, System, Acceptance)

– Testing Types (Functional, Non-functional)

**Assignments:**

– Read introductory material on software testing.

– Write a brief essay on why software testing is crucial.

**Objectives:**

– Gain foundational knowledge of manual testing processes.

– Learn about test planning and design.

**Topics:**

– Manual Testing Process

– Test Planning and Test Case Design

– Test Execution and Reporting

– Defect Management

– Introduction to Test Documentation

**Assignments:**

– Create a test plan for a given application.

– Design and document test cases for a sample scenario.

**Objectives:**

– Delve deeper into advanced manual testing techniques and strategies.

**Topics:**

– Exploratory Testing

– Usability Testing

– Compatibility Testing

– Regression Testing

– Smoke and Sanity Testing

**Assignments:**

– Perform exploratory testing on a provided application.

– Create a report on usability testing findings.

**Assignments:**

– Install Selenium WebDriver and set up a basic test environment.

– Explore and document different types of automation frameworks.

**Objectives:**

– Understand the fundamentals of test automation.

– Learn about the benefits and challenges of automation.

**Topics:**

– Automation vs. Manual Testing

– Test Automation Life Cycle

– Automation Tools Overview

– Criteria for Choosing Test Cases for Automation

– Benefits and Limitations of Test Automation

**Assignments:**

– Research and summarize different automation tools.

– Identify and list criteria for selecting test cases for automation.

**Objectives:**

– Gain practical knowledge of popular automation tools.

– Understand different types of test automation frameworks.

**Topics:**

– Introduction to Selenium WebDriver

– Overview of Other Automation Tools (e.g., QTP/UFT, Appium, TestComplete)

– Types of Automation Frameworks (Keyword-Driven, Data-Driven, Hybrid)

– Setting Up a Test Automation Environment

– Handling Alerts, Frames, and Windows

– Data-Driven Testing with Selenium

– Page Object Model (POM)

– Handling AJAX and JavaScript

– Integrating Selenium with TestNG/JUnit

**Assignments:**

– Develop and execute test scripts using advanced Selenium features.

– Implement a Page Object Model for a sample application.

**Objectives:**

– Learn to write and execute automated tests using Selenium WebDriver.

**Topics:**

– Basic Selenium WebDriver Commands

– Locating Web Elements

– Handling Dynamic Elements

– Writing Test Scripts in Java/Python/C#

– Using Selenium Grid for Parallel Testing

**Assignments:**

– Write and execute simple test scripts using Selenium WebDriver.

– Implement tests for various web elements (e.g., buttons, forms).

**Objectives:**

– Explore advanced features of Selenium and enhance automation scripts.

**Objectives:**

– Understand the nuances of mobile testing and automation.

**Topics:**

– Types of Mobile Testing (Functional, Performance, Security)

– Mobile Testing Tools Overview (e.g., Appium, Espresso, XCUITest)

– Setting Up Mobile Testing Environments

– Writing and Executing Mobile Test Scripts

**Assignments:**

– Install and configure Appium for mobile testing.

– Write and execute basic test scripts for an Android/iOS application.

**Topics:**

**Objectives:**

– Integrate automated tests into a continuous integration pipeline.

**Topics:**

– Introduction to Continuous Integration (CI)

– CI Tools (e.g., Jenkins, Travis CI)

– Integrating Automated Tests with CI Tools

– Managing Test Data and Test Environments

– Reporting and Logging in CI Pipelines

**Assignments:**

– Set up Jenkins and integrate it with a sample Selenium test suite.

– Configure test reporting and analyze results.

**Objectives:**

– Understand the nuances of mobile testing and automation.

**Topics:**

– Types of Mobile Testing (Functional, Performance, Security)

– Mobile Testing Tools Overview (e.g., Appium, Espresso, XCUITest)

– Setting Up Mobile Testing Environments

– Writing and Executing Mobile Test Scripts

**Assignments:**

– Install and configure Appium for mobile testing.

– Write and execute basic test scripts for an Android/iOS application.

**Objectives:**

– Learn about performance and security testing techniques and tools.

**Topics:**

– Introduction to Performance Testing (Load, Stress, and Volume Testing)

– Performance Testing Tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)

– Basics of Security Testing

– Common Security Vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL Injection, XSS)

– Security Testing Tools Overview (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite)

**Assignments:**

– Perform load testing on a sample application using JMeter.

– Identify and report common security vulnerabilities in a web application.

**Objectives:**

– Develop strategies for effective test management.

**Topics:**

– Test Strategy Development

– Test Metrics and KPIs

– Defect Management and Tracking

– Test Reporting and Documentation

– Test Management Tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)

**Assignments:**

– Develop a test strategy document for a hypothetical project.

– Set up test management in JIRA and create test cases.

model using a selected tool.

– Course Review and Q&A

**Assignments:**

– Complete a capstone project that involves both manual and automated testing.

– Prepare and deliver a presentation of the project findings and methodology.

**Assessment Methods:**

– **Quizzes and Tests:** Weekly quizzes to assess understanding of topics covered.

– **Assignments:** Practical assignments to apply concepts and techniques.

– **Project Work:** A comprehensive capstone project to demonstrate skills.

– **Participation:** Active participation in class discussions and activities.