Continuous Testing Foundation (CTF)® Training Course

OVERVIEW

This thorough course delves into testing within a DevOps environment, addressing key concepts such as the proactive implementation of test automation, shifting testing earlier in the development cycle, and cultivating testing competencies across developer, quality assurance, security, and operations teams.

This training is essential for any modern IT professional responsible for defining or deploying a DevOps testing strategy, as test engineering serves as the backbone of DevOps and is the critical driver for a successful pipeline supporting digital transformation.

Through engaging and practical exercises, participants will apply the course concepts. Additionally, sample documents, templates, tools, and techniques will be provided for use after the training.

Upon completion, this certification prepares learners to successfully pass the Continuous Testing Foundation exam.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the CTF course, learners will gain a practical understanding of:

• The purpose, advantages, core concepts, and terminology of DevOps testing
• The distinctions between DevOps testing and other testing types
• DevOps testing strategies, test management processes, and result analysis
• Approaches for selecting test tools and implementing test automation
• The integration of DevOps testing into Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery workflows
• The role of DevOps testers within DevOps culture, organizational structure, and specific roles

LEARNER MATERIALS

• Two days of instructor-led training with exercise facilitation
• Digital Learner Manual (serving as an excellent post-course reference)
• Participation in exercises designed to apply course concepts
• Sample documents, templates, tools, and techniques
• Access to supplementary information sources and professional communities

CERTIFICATION EXAM

Candidates who successfully pass the 60-minute examination, comprising 40 multiple-choice questions with a passing score of 65%, will be designated as Continuous Testing Foundation (CTF) certified. This certification is governed and maintained by the DevOps Institute.