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Foundations Track - Beginner / Junior

You're starting in QA / Data, with little or no practical experience. You want to learn the fundamentals.

Who is this track for?

  • Beginners in quality assurance (QA)
  • Developers wanting to specialize in automation
  • Computer science students
  • Career changers

Track Content

  • Introduction to automation courses: Basic concepts, why automate, benefits and challenges
  • Data testing fundamentals: Introduction to data testing, validation, data quality
  • Language basics: Python and JavaScript for beginners, syntax, data structures
  • Hands-on tutorials: Practical exercises, guided projects, real use cases
  • Essential tools: Introduction to Selenium, Postman, and other basic tools

Duration and Format

  • Total duration: 80 hours
  • Format: Online with live sessions
  • Access: 12 months to the platform
  • Support: Community forum + weekly Q&A sessions

Expected Outcomes

At the end of this track, you will be able to:

  • Understand fundamental automation concepts
  • Write your first automated test scripts
  • Use Python or JavaScript for automation
  • Perform basic data testing
  • Work with essential market tools

Expert / Leader Track - Senior

You have experience, you want to architect solutions, mentor, leadership, complex projects.

Who is this track for?

  • QA Leads and Managers with 5+ years of experience
  • Test Architects wanting to deepen their skills
  • Automation Consultants
  • Professionals aiming for leadership roles

Track Content

  • Advanced architecture: Design of complex test systems, microservices testing
  • Optimization & performance: Load testing, framework optimization, monitoring
  • Test/data management: Test data management, data strategies, governance
  • Best practices & quality audit: Code reviews, standards, quality metrics
  • Leadership & mentoring: Team management, training, organizational strategy
  • Complex projects: Real case studies, advanced problem solving
  • Innovation: AI and ML for testing, emerging tools, future trends

Duration and Format

  • Total duration: 160 hours
  • Format: Online + intensive sessions + real projects
  • Access: 24 months to the platform
  • Support: 1-to-1 mentoring with experts, strategic sessions
  • Certification included: ADC Expert Automation Architect Certificate
  • Network: Access to ADC expert community

Expected Outcomes

At the end of this track, you will be able to:

  • Architect large-scale automation solutions
  • Lead teams and complex projects
  • Mentor and train other professionals
  • Establish quality strategies for organizations
  • Innovate and adopt latest technologies
  • Become a recognized leader in the field

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tracks

Where should I start to become a QA Automation Engineer?

Start with the QA Beginner track: testing fundamentals + ISTQB CTFL, then automation with Selenium, then Playwright. Budget 6 to 12 months depending on your pace.

How long does it take to master Playwright?

With structured training: 2 to 4 weeks for a JS/TS developer, 2 to 3 months for a complete beginner. Playwright's built-in codegen accelerates learning significantly.

What is the difference between the Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert tracks?

Beginner: testing fundamentals + Selenium + ISTQB CTFL. Intermediate: Playwright, CI/CD, API testing. Expert: framework architecture, AI applied to QA, ISTQB CTAL.

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