GAQM CTFL

The CTFL exam has a reputation for tripping up even experienced professionals. Dumpkiller breaks the GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) syllabus down into 219 practice questions with clear explanations, so tricky topics stop feeling intimidating.

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Your CTFL Exam Questions, Answered

What is the CTFL exam all about?

The GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) exam (code: CTFL) is the official GAQM exam that leads to the Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level certification. It sits at the Foundation level of the GAQM certification track. Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by GAQM itself, which is why the CTFL credential keeps showing up in job postings.

How do I register for the CTFL exam?

You can book your GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) exam through the official channels below:

Depending on availability in your region, the exam is delivered as Online proctored exam (varies by provider).

Can I try the CTFL practice questions before buying?

Yes. Dumpkiller offers a free CTFL PDF demo so you can review the question style, difficulty, and explanations before committing to anything. After purchase, your GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) material includes 365 days of free updates, and if your product expires after that, you can extend the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.

What happens if I do not pass the CTFL exam, and how is my order delivered?

If you take the corresponding CTFL exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can apply for a full refund under our 100% Money Back Guarantee, subject to a few conditions: the failed exam must be the one matching your purchase; sitting the exam within 3 days of purchase does not qualify, since that leaves too little preparation time; downloading the material without actually taking the exam does not qualify; free materials and expired orders are excluded; and the candidate name must match the payer name. To apply, send a scanned copy of your enrollment slip together with your official Score Report (PDF) within 2 days after the exam, and claims are processed within 7 days. If you would rather not take a refund, you can exchange your purchase for two free products of equal value while keeping the update service on the product you originally bought. As for delivery, everything is an instant download: your products are sent to your email within one minute of payment — contact customer service if nothing arrives within 2 hours — and there is no limit on the number of computers you can install the software on.

What topics are covered in the CTFL exam?

The official GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) syllabus is organized into 6 main domains. The first three are Fundamentals of Software Testing, Static Testing Techniques, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.

GAQM Certified Software Tester - Foundation Level (CSTFL) Sample Questions:

Question 1

Incidents would not be raised against

A. Documentation
B. Improvements suggested by users
C. Requirements
D. Test cases

Question 2

Which of the following statements are true?
(i)
Defects are likely to be found earlier in the development process by using reviews rather than static analysis.
(ii)
Walkthroughs require code but static analysis does not require code.
(iii) Informal reviews can be performed on code and specifications.
(iv)
Dynamic techniques are generally used before static techniques.
(v)
Dynamic techniques can only be used after code is ready to be executed.

A. (i), (ii), (vi).
B. (ii), (iii), (v).
C. (i), (iii), (v).
D. (i), (iv), (v).

Question 3

What if the project isn't big enough to justify extensive testing..?

A. None of the above
B. Use automation tool for testing
C. Both a and b
D. Use risk based analysis to find out which areas need to be tested

Question 4

Which of the following comparisons of component testing and system testing are TRUE?

A. Component testing verifies the functioning of software modules, program objects, and classes that are separately testable, whereas system testing verifies interfaces between components and interactions with different parts of the system.
B. Test cases for component testing are usually derived from component specifications, design specifications, or data models, whereas test cases for system testing are usually derived from requirement specifications, functional specifications or use cases.
C. Component testing is the responsibility of the technical testers, whereas system testing typically is the responsibility of the users of the system.
D. Component testing focuses on functional characteristics, whereas system testing focuses on functional and non-functional characteristics.

Question 5

You are considering involving users during test execution. In general, what is the main reason for involving users during test execution? 1 credit

A. They have good testing skills
B. They are a cheap resource
C. This can serve as a way to build their confidence in the system
D. They have the ability to also focus on invalid test cases

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