QA Automation Pro Bootcamp
Overview:
The QA Automation Pro Bootcamp is an immersive 80-hour, 8 weeks program designed to fast-track your career in test automation. Meeting 5 days a week, this intensive course features interactive Zoom lectures, hands-on projects, and comprehensive interview preparation to equip you with real-world skills and the confidence to land a job in automation. The bootcamp focuses on key industry tools, methodologies, and best practices, all while simulating sprint-based, real-world development cycles.
Who is it for?
This program is perfect for individuals with a foundational understanding of QA who are ready to level up and dive into the world of test automation. Whether you’re transitioning from manual testing or looking to break into automation, this bootcamp will prepare you for real job opportunities.
Interactive Learning Experience:
Live Zoom Lectures: Participate actively in real-time during interactive Zoom sessions. You’ll not only listen, but engage with instructors and peers for a full learning experience.
Hands-On Practice: Apply everything you learn by working with real-world CRM systems, debugging code, refactoring, and automating workflows.
Daily Stand-Ups and Q&A: Start each day with a stand-up meeting to check progress, set goals, and solve blockers. End with a Q&A session to clarify assignments and ask questions.
Interview Preparation: Practice interview questions after each topic, giving you the chance to master both technical and behavioral scenarios you’ll face during job interviews.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to QA Automation and Python
- Overview of QA automation: Importance and benefits
- Introduction to popular automation testing tools
- Python basics: Syntax, data types, control structures, and modules
Module 2: Advanced Python for Automation
- Object-oriented programming in Python
- Exception handling and file operations
- Introduction to Selenium WebDriver and API testing using the requests library
Module 3: Introduction to Behave and BDD
- BDD concepts and benefits
- Writing Gherkin feature files and step definitions
- Data-driven testing with Behave, hooks, and tags
Module 4: Version Control with GitHub
- GitHub repository setup and key commands (clone, pull, push, commit, merge)
- Branching strategies and pull requests
- Comparing GitHub and GitLab: Differences and common features
Module 5: Continuous Integration with GitHub Actions
- Introduction to CI/CD and automated pipelines
- Writing GitHub Actions configuration files
- Automating testing and managing environments with GitHub Actions
Module 6: Framework Design and Page Object Model (POM)
- Designing and building a scalable test automation framework
- Page Object Model (POM) concepts and implementation
- Integrating POM with the overall framework for reusability
Module 7: Issue and Test Management with Jira and Xray
- Managing issues and tasks with Jira
- Test case management and execution using Xray
- Creating test plans, organizing test cases, and reporting
Module 8: Framework Design and Page Object Model (POM)
- Gaining hands-on project experience by working with a real CRM system
- Debugging and refactoring code in real-world scenarios
- Automating workflows within CRM systems
Key Features:
Sprint-Based Learning: Simulate agile development cycles, with real-time feedback and collaboration in daily stand-up meetings.
Interview Prep: Solve relevant interview questions for each topic, covering technical, behavioral, and scenario-based questions.
Language Support: All lectures, materials, and stand-up meetings are conducted in English. Individual support is available in both English and Russian.
Post-Bootcamp Support:
One-Month Free Job Search Support: After completing the bootcamp, every student receives one month of free support for any questions they may have during their job search. Our instructors are available for guidance and technical advice.
Why November and December Are the Best Months to Job Hunt:
Recruiters are actively seeking candidates before the end of the year! Get ready to leverage your newly acquired skills during the hiring surge in November and December to land your next opportunity.
By the End of the Bootcamp:
You’ll be fully equipped to automate tests, debug and refactor code, and use industry-standard tools like GitHub, Selenium, Jira, Xray, and more.
Pricing:
CAMP costs $1,800 for students who studied at Portnov and $2,500 for non-members.
Reach out to @portnovonline on Skype or call us at 650-307-1070 to be added to the bootcamp Skype pre-chat.