Agile Software Testing Training Course
This course has been designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and senior management. It provides a comprehensive explanation of how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, address testing activities.
Upon completion of the course, delegates will have designed and executed a test plan for a sample application (which can be an actual client application, if available).
This course is available as onsite live training in South Africa or online live training.Course Outline
Where do requirements originate?
- Traditional Business Analysis
- Use Cases, Scenarios, and Tests
- Non-functional requirements
- Performance
- Conformance
- UML in Business Analysis
Introduction to testing
- Functional Tests
- Regression Testing
- UAT Tests
- Unit Tests
- Usability Tests
- Non-functional Tests
- Performance testing
- Load testing
- Stress testing
- Soak testing
To test or not to test
- Who decides what gets tested?
- The cost of testing irrelevant features
- Calculating ROI (what if analysis fails)
- The role of the Test Manager
The testing process
- Testing is both a process and a strategy
- Identifying testing needs
- Gathering requirements (use cases, user stories)
- Scoping (choosing and prioritising scenarios)
- Designing tests
- Preparing data
- Preparing the environment
- Creating or recording tests
- Executing the test
- Analysis and reporting
- Conclusions and improvement
- Knowing when to stop
The product owner and tests
- The customer representative and test prioritisation
- Prioritising tests
- Writing effective stories for UAT
- Acceptance criteria
- Group exercise to produce customer requirements and write stories based on the requirements and create tests
The sprint
- Sprint backlog and test user stories
- Group exercise to plan a sprint
Concluding a sprint
- The Scrum review meeting serves as a test
Is Agile and Scrum suitable for you?
- Review of the Scrum process
- Comparison with other methodologies
- Benefits of pair programming
- Question and answer session
Requirements
None.
Need help picking the right course?
southafrica@nobleprog.co.za or +27 (0)10 005 5793
Agile Software Testing Training Course - Enquiry
Testimonials (2)
There has been a wide coverage of many topics. This fostered our own discussong internally
Pierre - Seebyte
Course - Agile Software Testing
The theory, the examples, the excercices, the explanations.
bao thanh n guyen van - EDQM - Council of Europe - Conseil de l'Europe
Course - Agile Software Testing
Upcoming Courses
Related Courses
Advanced Automation Testing and Maintenance
35 HoursThis instructor-led, live training in South Africa (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level testers and developers who want to expand their expertise in automation testing. The course focuses on tools such as Selenium, TestComplete, and integration with Oracle APEX and .Net Core.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Set up and configure Selenium and TestComplete for automation testing.
- Develop advanced test scripts and frameworks.
- Integrate automation testing with Oracle APEX and .Net Core applications.
- Apply machine learning techniques to enhance test automation.
- Transition effectively from manual to automated testing.
- Manage outsourced testing projects and uphold quality standards.
Advanced C# for Automation Test Engineers
21 HoursThis instructor-led, live training in South Africa (online or onsite) is aimed at experienced automation test engineers who want to learn advanced C# programming concepts for automation testing.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand advanced C# programming concepts and best practices.
- Apply advanced object-oriented programming principles to create efficient and flexible automation solutions.
- Design and develop modular and reusable automation frameworks using industry best practices.
Advanced Selenium
14 HoursIn this instructor-led, live training conducted in South Africa, participants will learn how to enhance an automated test suite using advanced techniques to drive Selenium.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Resolve complex web application test automation issues with Selenium.
- Apply regular expressions and pattern-based verification techniques.
- Handle exceptions that halt test execution.
- Programmatically search for web objects.
- Dynamically capture data from web controls.
- Create a data-driven testing framework.
- Distribute testing with Selenium Grid.
API Development & Testing using Java (Jersey)
14 HoursJersey serves as the open-source reference implementation of JAX-RS (Java API for RESTful Web Services). It offers libraries that allow developers to construct REST APIs in Java quickly and efficiently. When combined with contemporary testing tools, Jersey empowers developers to design, build, test, and document APIs with ease.
This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is designed for beginner to intermediate Java developers and testers who wish to master API development and testing using Jersey and its associated tools.
Upon completing this training, participants will be capable of:
- Setting up a Jersey project using Maven.
- Developing and deploying RESTful APIs via Jersey.
- Testing APIs using Postman and automated frameworks.
- Managing errors, security, and documentation for APIs.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Practical hands-on exercises.
- Implementation within a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- For those seeking a tailored training experience, please contact us to arrange your requirements.
Automation Testing using Selenium
35 HoursNobleProg MEA’s Automated Testing with Selenium course serves as a thorough guide to mastering Selenium for test automation. This curriculum encompasses everything from Selenium fundamentals and core capabilities to sophisticated topics such as cross-browser testing, test integration, and mobile application testing via Appium. Students will gain proficiency in using Selenium IDE and WebDriver to automate web applications, efficiently handle test data, and utilize tools like Maven and JUnit for project management and framework construction. Whether you are just beginning your journey with Selenium or aiming to upgrade your existing expertise, this course delivers the vital theoretical knowledge and practical experience required to succeed in automated testing.
BDD for Non-Programmers: Live Workshop
14 HoursThis instructor-led, live workshop in South Africa begins with an introduction to BDD, explaining what it is and how companies use it to promote effective software design, development, and testing. We approach this from a non-engineering perspective, focusing on end-users, their requirements, language, and thinking patterns. We also address the communication challenges business stakeholders are likely to encounter as they collaborate more closely with technical-minded peers.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Write concise user stories that capture the usage patterns of real software users.
- Translate their user stories into BDD's behavioural language (Given, When, Then).
- Derive test cases from these stories for engineers to implement and verify.
- Understand the relationship between product requirements, acceptance criteria, and test cases.
- Demystify technical jargon that hinders communication and understanding.
- Install and use effective tools for writing BDD feature files.
- Understand and appreciate what happens once work is handed over to engineers.
- Play a more active role in the iterative development cycle.
ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Analyst (CTAL-TA)
35 HoursThe ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Analyst (CTAL-TA) programme is tailored for seasoned testing professionals aiming to deepen their proficiency in test analysis, test design, risk-based testing, and quality assurance across the software development lifecycle. This course empowers participants with sophisticated techniques for analysing requirements, crafting effective test cases, managing defects, and ensuring software quality from both a business and user viewpoint.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Implement advanced test analysis and test design methodologies.
- Analyse requirements and user stories to pinpoint test conditions.
- Design and prioritise risk-based test scenarios and test cases.
- Evaluate software quality characteristics and non-functional requirements.
- Review and assess specifications from a testing perspective.
- Conduct defect analysis and contribute to identifying root causes.
- Apply static testing techniques to enhance quality early in the SDLC.
- Support testing activities within Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid environments.
- Enhance test coverage through systematic test design methods.
- Prepare effectively for the ISTQB CTAL-TA certification examination.
ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Manager (CTAL-TM)
35 HoursThe ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Manager (CTAL-TM) is a professional certification designed to master advanced test management practices, leadership capabilities, and strategic decision-making, fully aligned with the ISTQB syllabus.
This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate to advanced test managers and QA professionals seeking to master the ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager syllabus and prepare for certification.
Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:
- Develop and manage comprehensive test strategies and plans.
- Apply risk-based testing techniques to optimise testing efforts.
- Monitor, control, and improve test processes within projects.
- Lead and develop test teams while managing stakeholder expectations.
- Utilise tools and metrics for test management, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Exam-oriented exercises and practice questions.
- Hands-on case studies and simulations aligned with the ISTQB CTAL-TM syllabus.
Course Customisation Options
- To request customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Fundamentals of QA and Modern Testing with AI (ISTQB Foundation Preparation)
21 HoursFundamentals of QA and Modern Testing with AI is a comprehensive training programme that merges the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL v4.0) syllabus with a practical introduction to AI-assisted testing tools and techniques. This course serves as a preparation pathway toward the ISTQB Foundation Level certification while equipping participants with immediately applicable AI-assisted testing skills.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at QA professionals, software testers, and test engineers who wish to build a structured understanding of quality assurance fundamentals while learning to leverage modern AI tools for test case generation, test automation, and defect analysis.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Apply the seven testing principles and the tester's role across the software development lifecycle.
- Design test cases using black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques per ISTQB standards.
- Report, track, and manage defects through their full lifecycle.
- Plan testing using risk-based approaches, estimation techniques, and test progress metrics.
- Evaluate and select test automation tools for your organisational context.
- Use generative AI and LLMs to draft, review, and refine test cases from requirements.
- Apply AI-powered tools for self-healing test automation, visual regression testing, and defect prediction.
- Navigate the ISTQB Foundation Level exam structure and answer sample questions confidently.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customisation Options
- To request a customised training, please contact us to arrange.
API Testing with Postman
21 HoursThis instructor-led, live training in South Africa (online or onsite) is tailored for software testers who wish to use Postman for API testing.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Execute tests using automated requests and workflows.
- Define, develop, test, and observe an API using a version control system.
- Generate dynamic data in a request.
- Document and organize tests in collections for team revision.
Selenium WebDriver in C#
14 HoursThis instructor-led, live training in South Africa (online or onsite) introduces participants to automated testing using Selenium WebDriver and C# in Visual Studio. If you do not have C# programming experience or wish to brush up on C#, please check out the course: C# for Automation Test Engineers.
Test Automation with Selenium and Jenkins
21 HoursThis course provides comprehensive training on managing testing projects using the Selenium test suite and implementing continuous testing with Jenkins.
Target Audience:
- Software test engineers
- Software developers engaged in agile development
- Release managers
- QA engineers
Upon completion of the Selenium training, participants will be able to:
- Effectively utilise the Selenium test suite in real-world projects
- Employ Selenium for cross-browser testing
- Distribute tests using Selenium Grid
- Execute regression tests in Jenkins
- Generate test reports and periodic reports using Jenkins
Test Automation with Selenium and Python
14 HoursSelenium is an open-source framework designed for automating web application testing across various browsers. With the release of Selenium 4, users benefit from enhanced WebDriver APIs, native relative locators, and improved grid support. Python, known for its simplicity and strong integration with testing frameworks such as Pytest, serves as a powerful option for creating scalable and maintainable test automation suites.
This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, targets beginner to intermediate testers and developers who wish to utilise Selenium with Python to automate web application testing in real-world scenarios.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Install and configure Selenium alongside Python within a test environment.
- Develop robust test automation scripts using Selenium WebDriver and Pytest.
- Implement the Page Object Model (POM) to create maintainable test frameworks.
- Execute tests across multiple browsers using Selenium Grid.
- Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines.
- Troubleshoot common issues and apply best practices to ensure automation stability.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request bespoke training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
Test Automation with Selenium
21 HoursThis programme offers comprehensive training on managing testing initiatives, delivering practical experience in web application testing, functional test automation, and cross-browser automation using the Selenium test suite.
This course is designed for software test engineers and manual testers.
By the end of the training, participants will be proficient in utilising Selenium WebDriver within real-world project environments.
TestComplete
21 HoursIn this instructor-led, live training in South Africa, participants will learn how to use TestComplete's features, including its test object model, check points, name mapping, and UI to carry out automated testing on desktop, web, and mobile applications.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Create, record and run functional tests.
- Create a scalable and maintainable test framework.
- Create checkpoints, adjust tests for multiple devices and analyze test results.
- Use TestComplete's script extensions.