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Jan 30, 2026 17 min

EP 20 : Foundations of Software Testing: Mastering ISTQB Certification

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This series provides a comprehensive guide based on the ISTQB Foundation Syllabus v4.0 (2023), specifically designed to help candidates prepare for the Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) qualification. Authored by experts Erik van Veenendaal, Rex Black, and Dorothy Graham, the content explores software testing fundamentals, the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and modern methodologies such as Agile and DevOps. Listeners will learn to apply seven core testing principles, perform static testing through reviews, and utilise various test design techniques, including black-box, white-box, and experience-based approaches. Additionally, the series covers test management strategies like risk-based testing, test planning, and the evaluation of test automation tools. Ultimately, the goal of this resource is to promote testing as an essential software engineering discipline while helping professionals deliver high-quality products

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