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Workterm #1 - CIBC Test Analyst

CIBC - Test Analyst

September 2007 - December 2007
Work Term Report: Testing 101

Some of the tasks that I completed during my 4 month work term at CIBC were:
  • Executed test cases in order to verify that the Business Banking application was working as expected.
  • Tested defects thoroughly in order to determine their root cause.
  • Logged defects as they arose throughout the testing cycle.
  • Learned the CIBC Enterprise Testing Methodology (CETM).
  • Implemented the CETM by creating test case templates (test cases which take in parameters).
  • Created JavaScript applications which allowed testers to modify various banking files.
  • Created AutoIT scripts which allowed testers to effectively use Mercury Quality Center.
Learning Objectives:
  • Managing Self - LEARNING
    Be able to use the Mercury Quality Center package effectively in order to verify that an application works as required.
  • Communicating - WRITTEN
    To become more proficient at writing concise test cases and documenting defects thoroughly.
  • Managing People & Tasks - CO-ORDINATING
    To work with direct supervisor to ensure that deadlines are met as required.
  • Mobilizing Innovation & Change - ABILITY TO CONCEPTUALIZE
    Apply information gathered from the current defects in order to provide possible causes of these issues.