Introduction

Defect management is a cornerstone of software testing and quality assurance. This course focuses on using HP Quality Center (QC), a powerful tool for managing software defects. Designed for QA professionals and enthusiasts, this course provides a comprehensive guide to defect tracking, reporting, and updates within QC, ensuring you master the art of maintaining high-quality software releases.

Section 1: Introduction to Defect Management

In this section, you’ll explore the basics of defect management using HP Quality Center. From understanding its purpose to navigating its interface, these lectures lay the foundation for managing and logging defects effectively.

• Lecture 1: Defect Management with HP Quality Center (Preview enabled)
  Gain an overview of defect management concepts and the role of HP Quality Center in the process.

• Lecture 2: Introduction to QC (Preview enabled)
  Learn the basics of HP Quality Center, including its features, modules, and navigation.

• Lecture 3: Steps to Log Defect
  Understand the step-by-step process of logging defects in QC, including key fields and actions.

• Lecture 4: Defect Status (Preview enabled)
  Dive into the different statuses of defects and their lifecycle within HP Quality Center.

• Lecture 5: Defect Linkage (Preview enabled)
  Learn how to link defects to test cases, requirements, and other entities for better traceability.

Section 2: Updating Defects and Reporting Advantages

This section delves into managing and updating existing defects and the benefits of defect reporting. You’ll gain insights into how effective defect management contributes to project success.

• Lecture 6: Updating Defects
  Learn to update defect details, change statuses, and track their progress throughout the lifecycle.

• Lecture 7: Advantages of Defect Reporting
  Explore the benefits of comprehensive defect reporting for improved decision-making and project quality.

Conclusion

By completing this course, you’ll be proficient in using HP Quality Center for defect management, ensuring seamless tracking, updating, and reporting of software issues to enhance overall quality assurance processes.

Who this course is for:

• QA professionals looking to enhance their defect management skills
• Testers seeking hands-on experience with HP Quality Center
• Software developers interested in understanding defect tracking processes
• Students and professionals entering the field of software quality assurance