This document summarizes a lecture on risk-based testing. It discusses ISTQB certification levels including the Technical Test Analyst roadmap. It also covers types of risks, risk management process which includes identification, assessment and mitigation of risks, and how technical test analysts contribute by prioritizing test cases based on risk of failure. The role of test managers and analysts is also mentioned. Risk-based testing incorporates identifying product risks and using a risk analysis to guide test case prioritization and risk-based testing.
9. A systematic process and practice for risk management
identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and controlling risks.
Involve all stakeholders.
Ongoing throughout the project due to:
Emerging Product Risks
Changing Priorities
Regular Risk Evaluation
Risk Status Communication
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10. Technical Test Analysts work within the risk-based testing
framework established by the Test Manager for the project.
They contribute their knowledge of the technical risks that are
inherent in the project, such as risks related to security,
system reliability and performance.
Prioritizing the test cases based on the risk of failure
Importance of tests
Likelihood or impact of failure
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