Module 10 is now live in the MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate! This module explores the core practical aspects of a junior testerâs day-to-day tasks. Youâll learn how to prepare effectively, execute tests critically, explore software using mission-based charters, work with oracles, and experiment with note-taking techniques that fit your context.
- Whatâs in Module 10? Lesson 1: Fail to prepare, prepare to fail
By Manish Saini
Preparation sets the foundation for successful testing sessions. In this lesson, Manish covers key areas to check before you begin testingâfrom version control and access to mindset and risk. It includes two interactive pre-testing checklists to download and adapt. - Lesson 2: Follow the test case
With Marie Cruz
Executing a test case takes more than following steps. Marie demonstrates how to think critically while testing, adapt to what you discover, and document your findings clearly with bug reports, notes, and observations. - Lesson 3: Letâs explore it!
With Ben Dowen
Ben shows how mission-based charters can help structure exploratory testing. Youâll see how to guide your sessions with focused missions, ask insightful questions, and capture valuable findings. This lesson includes a hands-on activity to run your own mission-based charter session. - Lesson 4: Testing using oracles
With Lena Nyström (Pejgan)
Learn how to use oracles to inform your testing and spot potential issues. Lena demonstrates how requirement specs, legal regulations, acceptance criteria, and even past experience can be powerful references during testing. - Lesson 5: Note taking â Why does it matter?
With Lena Nyström (Pejgan)
Lena explores different note-taking techniquesâtext notes, mind maps, sketch notes, and moreâand how they help testers stay focused, track thinking, and communicate findings. Try out different methods and see what works for you.
Module 10 looks like a game-changer for junior testersâpractical, insightful, and hands-on. Thanks for sharing! 