ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst

ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst Outline

Module 1: Technical Test Analyst's Tasks in Risk-Based Testing 

• Introduction 

• Risk-Based Testing Tasks 

  • Risk Identification 

  • Risk Assessment 

  • Risk Mitigation 
     

Module 2: White-Box Testing Techniques 

• Introduction 

• Techniques of White-Box Testing 

  • Statement Testing 

  • Decision Testing 

  • Modified Condition/Decision Testing 

  • Multiple Condition Testing 

  • Basis Path Testing 

  • API Testing 

• Selecting a White-Box Test Technique 
   

Module 3: Static and Dynamic Analysis 

• Introduction 

• Static Analysis 

  • Control Flow Analysis 

  • Data Flow Analysis 

  • Improving Maintainability 

• Dynamic Analysis 

  • Detecting Memory Leaks 

  • Detecting Wild Pointers 

  • Analysis of Performance Efficiency 
     

Module 4: Quality Characteristics for Technical Testing 

• Introduction 

• General Planning Issues 

  • Stakeholder Requirements 

  • Test Environment Requirements 

  • Required Tool Acquisition and Training 

  • Organisational Considerations 

  • Data Security and Data Protection 

• Security Testing 

  • Security Test Planning 

  • Security Test Specification 

• Reliability Testing 

• Performance Testing 

• Maintainability Testing 

• Portability Testing 

• Compatibility Testing 

• Operational Profiles 
   

Module 5: Reviews 

• Technical Test Analyst Tasks in Reviews 

• Using Checklists in Reviews 

  • Architectural Reviews and Code Reviews 
     

Module 6: Test Tools and Automation 

• Defining the Test Automation Project 

  • Selecting the Automation Approach 

  • Automating Through the GUI 

  • Applying a Data-Driven Approach 

  • Applying a Keyword-Driven Approach 

  • Considering System State 

  • Handling Software Failures 

  • Modeling Business Processes for Automation 

• Specific Test Tools 

  • Fault Seeding Tools 

  • Fault Injection Tools 

  • Performance Testing Tools 

  • Tools for Testing Websites 

  • Tools to Support Model-Based Testing 

  • Component Testing and Build Tools 

  • Tools to Support Mobile Application Testing 

  • Simulators and Common Aspects 

What You’ll Learn in this Course

This course helps professionals gain deep technical competence in designing and executing non-functional and structural tests, improving system reliability and performance. 
 

• Learn to apply advanced testing techniques to performance, security, and reliability testing 

• Learn to evaluate test tools, frameworks, and automation strategies effectively 

• Learn to use static and dynamic analysis tools for software quality improvement 

• Learn to identify and manage technical risks throughout the test lifecycle 

• Learn to design test environments and integrate automated tests within CI/CD pipelines 

• Learn to collaborate with developers and architects to enhance system robustness 

ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst Exam Information 

The ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst Exam assesses a candidate’s ability to design, execute, and evaluate complex technical tests using advanced methodologies and best practices. The format of the exam is as follows: 
 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice 

• Total Questions: 45 

• Total Marks: 78 Marks 

• Pass Mark: 65%, or 51/78 Marks 

• Duration: 120 Minutes 

• Type: Closed Book