Embark on a focused programme where you will master the strategy of planning, deploying and improving test automation, fully aligned with ISTQB standards. This course equips you to design organisation-wide test automation strategies and prepares you for the ISTQB Certified Tester Specialist Test Automation Strategy (CT-TAS) exam.

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Understand the success factors for test automation and align strategy with the organisation and SDLC.
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Identify costs and risks of implementing a test automation solution and make evidence-based decisions.
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Clarify roles and responsibilities around automation.
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Plan integration of automation across test levels.
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Make strategic choices per development model and prepare the transition to continuous testing.
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Demonstrate value using metrics and reporting at project and organisation level.
An international standard in software testing
ISTQB is the leading global certification scheme for software testing. The Certified Tester programme is developed and maintained by a global network of experts and is widely recognised by organisations and professionals.
About this course
This accredited course prepares you for the ISTQB Certified Tester Specialist – Test Automation Strategy (CT-TAS) exam and aligns with ISTQB requirements and accreditation guidelines. You will learn a strategic approach to planning, deploying and improving test automation across projects, including success factors, costs and risks, roles and responsibilities, integration across test levels, deployment and release strategies, metrics and governance.
Hands-on
Beyond exam preparation, you will work through realistic exercises to apply the strategy to your own context. Where appropriate, elements can be based on your own SUT.
Target audience
The CT-TAS Specialist qualification is designed for everyone involved in software testing and test automation, including testers, test analysts, test automation engineers, test consultants, test architects, test managers and software developers. It is equally relevant for those seeking a solid understanding of test automation, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants.
Program
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Introduction and objectives for a test automation strategy
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Success factors, resources, licensing and required skills
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Costs and risks, roles and responsibilities
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Preparing for automation and integration across test levels
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Strategic considerations across SDLC models
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Applicability and viability, deployment and release strategies
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Automation solution planning and environment dependencies
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Impact analysis, investment and maintainability
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Metrics, reporting and decision-making
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Implementation and continuous improvement, transitioning from manual to continuous testing
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Organisation-wide strategy, asset reuse and governance
Aligned with the CT-TAS v1.0 syllabus.
Training information
- Location and dates: check the training calendar
- Schedule: 9:15 – 17:00 (three days)
- Fee: € 1.195 excluding VAT, excluding examination fee €275
- Includes coffee, tea, lunch and training material
- Three months free e-coaching
For more information, please contact us at +31 (0)40 – 202 1803 or training@ict-improve.nl
ICT Improve also offers bespoke in-house training tailored to your specific requirements and needs upon request.
Your trainers are:
- Ruud van Berkum
- Johan van Berkel