OVERVIEW
This in-depth course focuses on testing within a DevOps environment, covering key topics such as the active implementation of test automation, testing early in the development cycle, and embedding testing skills across developers, quality assurance, security, and operations teams.
The course is designed for all modern IT professionals involved in establishing or executing a DevOps testing strategy within their organization. Test engineering plays a crucial role in DevOps and is essential for building a successful DevOps pipeline that supports digital transformation.
The course includes practical exercises, providing actionable insights and offering sample documents, templates, tools, and techniques that participants can use after the class.
By completing this course, learners will be well-prepared to pass the Continuous Testing Foundation exam.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The learning objectives for the Continuous Testing Foundation (CTF) course include a hands-on understanding of:
- The purpose, benefits, concepts, and terminology of DevOps testing
- How DevOps testing differs from other testing methods
- Strategies for DevOps testing, test management, and analyzing results
- Approaches for selecting test tools and implementing test automation
- How DevOps testing integrates into Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) workflows
- The role of DevOps testers within DevOps culture, organizational structure, and job roles
AUDIENCE
This course is ideal for anyone involved in shaping a DevOps testing strategy, including:
- Delivery Staff
- DevOps Engineers
- IT Managers
- Project Managers
- Lab Staff
- Maintenance and Support Teams
- Quality Assurance Managers
- Quality Assurance Teams
- Release Managers
- Testers
- Software Engineers
LEARNER MATERIALS
Participants will receive:
- A Digital Learner Manual (a valuable reference post-class)
- Active participation in hands-on exercises
- Sample documents, templates, tools, and techniques
- Access to additional resources and community platforms
PREREQUISITES
A basic understanding of common DevOps terminology and concepts, along with relevant work experience, is recommended.
CERTIFICATION EXAM
To earn the Continuous Testing Foundation (CTF) certification, candidates must pass a 60-minute exam with 40 multiple-choice questions, scoring at least 65%. This certification is governed and maintained by the DevOps Institute.




