Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) Fundamentals

Welcome to Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) Fundamentals, a foundational course that introduces how software testing ensures quality and reliability in modern software development. This course covers core testing concepts, testing levels and types, test planning, defect management, and debugging fundamentals. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Explain why software testing is essential for quality and risk reduction -Identify common testing levels, types, and techniques -Apply basic test planning and test case design practices -Report and analyze software defects using standard workflows -Use structured debugging techniques to support quality delivery Through guided demos and practical examples, you will design and execute test cases, log and triage defects, and debug issues in a sample application using industry-standard tools. These activities help bridge the gap between testing theory and real-world practice. This is a beginner-friendly course for aspiring software testers, QA engineers, developers, and anyone looking to build a strong foundation in software testing and debugging. No prior testing experience is required; basic familiarity with software development concepts is sufficient.