??“ Submits/verifies bug reports.
??? Experienced
??“ As
basic
level.
??“ Write
test cases
.
??“ Can code.
??“ Write/run/maintain automated test scripts, and write test specifications.
??“ Provide time estimates.
??“ Participate in design/requirement reviews.
??“ Mentor new testers during projects.
??“ Contribute to maintaining and improving test technology and process.
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??“ Can use test tools.
??“ Can write unit tests.
??? Senior level:
??“ As experienced level.
??“ Write master test plan/report.
??“ Mentor mid level testers.
??“ Plan/execute system level tests.
??“ Manage test automation.
??“ Identify and manage metric programs.
??“ Drive test process and technology improvements.
??“ Able to lead a team.
??“ Able to mentor and train all staff levels.
??“ Can function as a test consultant
??“ Can present to board level.
9.2 Test Qualifications
9.2.1 International Institute for Software Testing
The International Institute for Software Testing (www.testing.org) offers certification as a:
??? Certified software test professional
??? Certified test manager
Each requires 10 days training.
9.2.2 Information Systems Examinations Board (ISEB)
The British Computer Society runs a 2-level software testing qualification (www.bcs.org/BCS/Products/
Qualifications/ISEB/Areas/SoftTest):
??? The Foundation Certificate is for software developers, testers, managers, and anyone with an
interest in testing.
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