MTA Software Testing | Firebrand Training

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.

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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
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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. 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 (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

Are you ready to get certified in record time?

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

If you have any doubts as to whether you meet the pre-requisites please call (0)8 52 50 01 66 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants, who can help you with a training plan.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
23/5/2022 (Monday)	24/5/2022 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
26/9/2022 (Monday)	27/9/2022 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
7/11/2022 (Monday)	8/11/2022 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
19/12/2022 (Monday)	20/12/2022 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
30/1/2023 (Monday)	31/1/2023 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
13/3/2023 (Monday)	14/3/2023 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

Microsoft - MTA Software Testing Fundamentals