Software Tester is a profile that is getting more popular. Here is a sample job profile. Look at the expectations from the “changed” software test engineer role and the big change is expertise in programming.
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Software Tester is a profile that is getting more popular. Here is a sample job profile. Look at the expectations from the “changed” software test engineer role and the big change is expertise in programming.
Job Title: Software Tester
Build a solid foundation of manual testing and quality assurance techniques and tools
Help you acquire specialization in test automation using Selenium and Tricentis TOSCA
Prepare you with required technical competencies to get a job in this dynamic market and embark on a growing career as Software Tester.
Enable you to assimilate and master latest technologies like advanced test Automation, Mobile Testing, Selenium Web Driver etc. with hands-on project and leapfrog your career
Help you acquire global certification credentials through ISTQB and TOSCA certifications
The course has 14 different modules focusing on developing specific skill.
Module 1: Learning C programming
Module 2: Oracle 12C – SQL
Module 3: Responsive Web Designing
Module 4: S/W Testing (Manual Testing)
Module 5: Quantitative Aptitude
Module 6: Object-oriented Programming using Java
Module 7: Agile Testing Case Study
Module 8: Test Link
Module 9: Bugzilla
Module 10: Test automation using Selenium WebDriver
Module 11: Tricentis – TOSCA AS 1 Certification Preparation
Module 12: ISTQB Preparation
Module 13: Real-Time Project
Module 14: Employability Lab +
There are many international certifications available in software testing. The leading certifications are of two types: software testing process Certifications (vendor agnostic) and Automation tool Certifications(Vendor specific).
ISTQB®
In this certification, there are various levels starting from foundation to expert. The Foundation Level is first step towards becoming International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB®) Certified Tester. This certification is relevant across various practices, even for Waterfall or Agile.
ISTQB® Foundation Level qualification is about demonstrating practical knowledge about software testing concepts. It is also useful for higher level mangers for basic understanding of software testing discipline.
ISTQB Foundation Level | https://www.istqb.org/certification-path-root/foundation-level-2018.html |
ISTQB foundation: Agile Tester Extension | https://www.istqb.org/certification-path-root/agile-tester-extension/agile-tester-extension-in-a-nutshell.html |
Tricentis TOSCA
Automation Specialist Level 1 (AS1)
The Automation Specialist Level 1 course is your first step to becoming specialized in automation with TricentisTosca. You will learn HTML control recognition, design automated test cases, automation features, and final execution.
Automation Specialist Level 2 (AS2)
The Automation Specialist Level 2 course is your second step to becoming specialized in automation with Tricentis Tosca. With this training you will master the essential Tricentis Tosca skills needed to become a specialist in XML and Web Services test automation (API testing). You will learn how to build up efficient test cases using test case templates.
Automation Specialist Level 1 | https://www.tricentis.com/academy/courses/automation-specialist-level-1/ |
Automation Specialist Level 2 | https://www.tricentis.com/academy/courses/automation-specialist-level-2/ |
On popular job sites, search for ‘Software Tester’ as role and you will find jobs count around 8-10 thousand.
Now just change the search to “Automation Tester” and Voila! List shows 3 times more openings.
Automation is taking every job in its stride. Hence Master Automation or forgo the job is the harsh reality everyone is experiencing be it a fresher or an experienced professional.