Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)​

Unlock Your Potential in the Dynamic World of Software Development and Testing: Join TEK School’s Comprehensive SDET Training Program Today and Prepare for a Successful Career in IT!

Overview

In today’s digital landscape, the demand for robust, user-friendly software is higher than ever. To meet this demand, companies require skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of their digital products. A Software Developer Engineer in Test (SDET) plays a crucial role in this process, combining expertise in software development with a focus on testing, automation, and, quality assurance.

TEK School offers a comprehensive SDET training program designed for individuals with no background in IT. Our seven-month bootcamp equips participants with the necessary skills to thrive in the dynamic field of software development and testing. From the fundamentals of computing to advanced techniques used in today’s IT job market, our program covers it all.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of TEK School’s SDET training program, participants will be well-equipped to pursue various career opportunities in the software development and testing field. Some of the key roles and career paths available to SDET graduates include:

  1. Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET): As an SDET, graduates will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of software products. They will work closely with software developers to design and implement effective testing strategies, automate test cases, and identify and fix bugs.

  2. Quality Assurance Engineer: Quality Assurance Engineers focus on evaluating software products to ensure they meet specified quality standards. SDET graduates can pursue roles in quality assurance, where they will be responsible for developing test plans, executing tests, and reporting on test results to stakeholders.

  3. Test Automation Engineer: Test Automation Engineers specialize in designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks. SDET graduates with strong programming skills and experience in test automation tools can pursue roles in test automation, where they will help streamline the testing process and improve efficiency.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of TEK School’s SDET training program, participants will achieve the following learning outcomes:

  1. Proficiency in Software Development and Testing: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of software development principles, including programming languages, data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns. They will also develop expertise in software testing methodologies, techniques, and tools, enabling them to identify bugs, ensure code quality, and improve software reliability.

  2. Hands-on Experience with Testing Tools and Frameworks: Participants will acquire practical experience with a variety of testing tools and frameworks commonly used in the industry, such as Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, and Cucumber. They will learn how to effectively use these tools to automate test cases, perform functional testing, and conduct regression testing across web applications.

  3. Ability to Develop and Execute Test Cases: Participants will learn how to develop comprehensive test cases based on project requirements and specifications. They will gain skills in test case design, test scenario identification, test data creation, and test execution, enabling them to systematically evaluate software products and ensure they meet specified quality standards.

  4. Expertise in Test Automation: Participants will become proficient in test automation techniques, including scripting, framework development, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline integration. They will learn how to write efficient, maintainable, and scalable test automation scripts, implement automation frameworks, and integrate automated tests into the software development lifecycle.

  5. Collaborative Teamwork and Communication Skills: Participants will develop strong teamwork and communication skills through collaborative projects, group activities, and peer-to-peer interactions. They will learn how to effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients, articulate technical concepts and ideas, and work collaboratively towards common goals.

  6. Problem-solving and Critical Thinking Abilities: Participants will enhance their problem-solving and critical thinking abilities through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects. They will learn how to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, propose innovative solutions, and make informed decisions to address challenges encountered during the software development and testing process.

  7. Preparation for Industry Certification Exams: Participants will be prepared to pursue industry-recognized certifications in software development and testing, such as ISTQB Certified Tester. They will have the knowledge and skills needed to pass certification exams and demonstrate their proficiency to potential employers.

SDET Program Breakdown

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SQA-101

INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE (QA)

12 HOURS

• Software Development Life Cycle SDLC
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
• Agile Scrum & Agile Ceremonies
• Section Review & Interview Preparation

SQA-110

MANUAL SOFTWARE TESTING

36 HOURS

• Test Types (Functional, Performance, etc.)
• Functional User Interface (UI) Testing
• Test Case Creation
• Test Case Execution
• Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
• Defect Finding and Reporting
• JIRA
• Section Review & Interview Preparation

SQA-115

SQL & DATABASE TESTING

36 HOURS

• Introduction to Relational Database (RDBMS)
• Database Installation
• SQL Language
• Writing SQL Queries
• Writing Join Queries
• Manual Database Testing
• Section Review & Interview Preparation

SQA-215

SOFTWARE AUTOMATION TESTING

48 HOURS

• Selenium WebDriver Configuration
• Software Automation with Java & Selenium
• Selenium Commands & Functions
• TestNG Framework
• Cucumber Framework
• Maven, Git & GitHub
• Continuous Integration Continuous Deployment
• Section Review & Interview Preparation

SQA-310

API & WEB SERVICES TESTING

36 HOURS

• Overview of Web Services Testing
• Rest Assured Configuration & Testing
• Functional API Testing
• Working with READY API (Web Service Automation)
• Karate Framework

SQA-410

PREPARING FOR THE JOB MARKET

48 HOURS

• Overview of Job Market
• Resume Building & Job Searching Strategy
• Mock Interview Sessions
• Job Offer Negotiation skills

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