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Microsoft - MTA Software Testing Fundamentals
Overview
Learn how to use the tools in Visual Studio 2013 to complete software testing requirements on this Microsoft MTA Software Testing course.
You’ll learn the basics of testing methodologies and focus on working with software bugs and the management of software tests.
Eliminate software bugs
After completing this course you’ll be able to:
- Setup and use Visual Studio Online
- Write Agile requirements
- Use Microsoft Test Manager to create test plans, suites and test cases
- Create Automated Test cases
MTA Software Testing is part of Microsoft’s MTA Developer track. Build a career as a software developer now and prepare yourself for your MCSD certification.
Four reasons why you should sit your MTA Software Testing course with Firebrand Training
- You'll be MTA Software Testing trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 2-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
- Your MTA Software Testing course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
- Pass MTA Software Testing first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
- Study MTA Software Testing with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001
Benefits
Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training
- Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
- You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
- Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
- Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
- You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
- You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
- You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals
- * For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
- ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Application Lifecycle Management
This module introduces you to the core technologies and practices that a software development team needs to understand in order to set up and use Visual Studio Online. Understanding these core technologies and practices will help you and the software development team to plan and track the software development and testing effort.
- Software Testing in an Agile World
- Application Lifecycle Management
- Visual Studio Online
- Team Projects
- The Fabrikam Fiber Case Study
Module 2: Planning and Tracking Work
This module introduces you to the practices and tools that are used to create and manage a product backlog, plan a sprint, and create and track the work during the sprint.
- Writing Agile Requirements
- Capturing Agile Requirements
- Planning a Sprint
Module 3: Planning the Testing Effort
Learn the practices and activities that are used to plan the testing effort by using Microsoft Test Manager. This module will also teach you how to use Microsoft Test Manager to create test plans, test suites, and test cases.
- Knowing What to Test
- Microsoft Test Manager
- Organizing the Testing Effort
- The Test Case
Module 4: Running Manual Tests
This module will introduce you to the tools and practices that a software development team use to run manual tests by using Microsoft Test Manager (MTM).
- Knowing Where and When to Test
- Running a Manual Test
- Recording and Playing Back
- Collecting Data
- Viewing and Analyzing Test Results
Module 5: Testing in the Real World
In this module you'll be introduced to the additional tools and practices that a software development team can use to solve problems that come up when testing real applications in dynamic environments.
- Using Parameters and Shared Steps
- Promoting Test Cases
- Testing in Team Web Access
- Exploratory Testing
Module 6: Improving Testing Practices
This module encourages you to think about the future. Manual testing is straightforward and Microsoft Test Manager makes it even simpler. However, high-performance teams that release new editions of applications regularly need automation, complex test environments, and a plan to evolve their test plan from sprint to sprint. This module covers all of these topics.
- Automating Test Cases
- Promoting Test Cases
Exam Track
You'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your certification guarantee:
- Microsoft Exam 98-379: Software Testing Fundamentals
You'll also have the opportunity to take (for an additional exam fee):
- Microsoft Exam 70-497: Software Testing with Visual Studio
Combine the 70-497 exam with 70-496 and 70-498 to earn your MCSD Application Lifecycle Management certification.
What's Included
Microsoft Official Courseware:
- MOC 20497: Software Testing with Visual Studio 2013
Your accelerated course includes:
- Accommodation *
- Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
- On-site exams **
- Exam vouchers **
- Practice tests **
- Certification Guarantee ***
- Courseware
- Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
- 24-hour lab access
- Digital courseware **
- * For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
- ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
- *** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.
Prerequisites
We recommend that you have one or more years experience:
- Working as a tester on a software development team
- Reading or writing software requirements
- Using Microsoft Test Manager 2012 or 2013
Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.
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