Preface

Worldwide success

In most industrialized countries, the Certified Tester has gained acceptance as a training and education tool for testers. At the end of 2013, the number of certified testers worldwide was more than 300,000. Chris Carter, president of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), says this: “I think the scheme has been so successful because we freely offer our syllabi and glossary to the public, which helps to standardize professional terminology. We also offer certifications at a range of levels, from foundation through advanced to expert, allowing testing professionals to be supported right through their careers and keeping them up-to-date with the world’s best practices.”

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