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ISTQB Advanced: Technical Test Analyst

Deep-dive into white-box techniques, static analysis, security testing, performance testing, and code-level quality. Prepares you for the CTAL-TTA exam.

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1

White-Box Test Techniques

Advanced structural testing: condition coverage, MC/DC, path testing, and API-level testing techniques.

advanced ~5.0h
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    Statement and Decision Coverage Revisited
    reading +10 XP
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    Condition Coverage and Multiple Conditions
    reading +10 XP
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    Modified Condition/Decision Coverage (MC/DC)
    reading +10 XP
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    Path Testing Techniques
    reading +10 XP
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    API Testing Techniques
    reading +10 XP
2

Analytical Techniques

Static analysis, data flow analysis, control flow analysis, and code complexity metrics for technical testers.

advanced ~4.0h
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    Static Analysis Tools and Techniques
    reading +10 XP
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    Data Flow Analysis
    reading +10 XP
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    Control Flow Analysis
    reading +10 XP
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    Code Complexity Metrics
    reading +10 XP
3

Quality Characteristics for Technical Testing

Testing for security, reliability, performance efficiency, maintainability, and portability from a technical perspective.

advanced ~5.0h
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    Security Testing Techniques
    reading +10 XP
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    Reliability Testing
    reading +10 XP
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    Performance Efficiency Testing
    reading +10 XP
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    Maintainability Testing
    reading +10 XP
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    Portability Testing
    reading +10 XP
4

Reviews and Tools

Technical reviews, tool selection criteria, and integrating tools into the testing workflow.

advanced ~2.5h
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    Technical Reviews and Code Reviews
    reading +10 XP
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    Tool Selection and Evaluation
    reading +10 XP
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    Tool Integration and Automation
    reading +10 XP