Software Engineering Training in Almada

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level platform engineers and security professionals who wish to incorporate security best practices into platform design and operations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify and mitigate security risks in platform engineering.
• Implement and manage security controls and compliance measures.
• Design platforms with security and compliance as foundational elements.
• Conduct security audits and assessments to ensure continuous protection.
• Respond effectively to security incidents and recover operations.

This instructor-led live training in Almada (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced test engineers and automation specialists looking to explore advanced TestStand features and techniques to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of their test automation.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Leverage advanced TestStand features and functionalities to optimise test automation workflows.
• Customise user interfaces and create advanced test sequences.
• Implement sophisticated result processing and reporting techniques.
• Integrate TestStand with external databases, systems, and hardware.
• Apply industry best practices for maintaining, managing, troubleshooting, and debugging complex test sequences.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) targets intermediate to advanced technical professionals who wish to use IDz and z/OS Connect to integrate mainframe applications with APIs and modernize legacy workflows.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and use IDz for mainframe application development.
• Leverage z/OS Connect to expose mainframe applications as RESTful APIs.
• Integrate COBOL, CICS, and DB2 programs with modern systems.
• Implement best practices for API security and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot and debug integrated systems.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level test engineers and automation engineers who wish to learn the fundamentals of using TestStand to create, execute, and manage automated test sequences.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core concepts and architecture of TestStand.
• Create and execute test sequences.
• Leverage TestStand's collaborative features within team-based test development environments.
• Integrate TestStand with other software tools and test instruments.
• Develop custom test steps and plugins within TestStand.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is aimed at experienced automation test engineers who want to learn advanced C# programming concepts for automation testing.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand advanced C# programming concepts and best practices.
• Apply advanced object-oriented programming principles to create efficient and flexible automation solutions.
• Design and develop modular and reusable automation frameworks using industry best practices.

Design Thinking is a human-centred methodology for solving problems through empathy, definition, ideation, prototyping and testing. Focusing on the first two stages — Empathise and Define — helps teams better understand internal clients and define the right problems to solve.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level teams and leaders who wish to strengthen their connection with internal clients, reduce resistance to change, and improve operational efficiency through practical, collaborative methods.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use active listening and interviewing techniques to gather meaningful insights about internal clients.
• Create empathy maps and capture user needs and pain points.
• Differentiate real root problems from perceived issues using tools like the 5 Whys and problem trees.
• Draft clear, actionable problem statements (POVs) that guide solution work.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Practical, hands-on exercises and role-plays.
• Group workshops and plenary feedback sessions.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized version tailored to a specific internal process (e.g., procurement or equipment provisioning), please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level software developers and engineers who wish to effectively manage and troubleshoot software licenses in their organizations or projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the basic concepts of software licensing and how FlexLM manages licenses.
• Learn how to install the FlexLM server and client software on different operating systems.
• Create, distribute, and manage licenses, including floating and node-locked licenses.
• Identify and resolve common problems related to license installation, distribution, and usage.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level automation developers looking to leverage BlazeMeter for automation tasks, empowering them to create intelligent and interactive automation solutions.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the fundamentals of BlazeMeter and its role in automation.
• Apply BlazeMeter to automate tasks and processes.
• Develop custom automation solutions using BlazeMeter.
• Implement best practices for utilizing BlazeMeter in automation projects.

Domain-Driven Design (DDD) is a software development approach focused on designing systems centered on the business domain, leveraging a shared ubiquitous language alongside tactical and strategic modeling techniques.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, targets advanced senior developers aiming to apply DDD principles to craft robust, maintainable, and scalable systems.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Identify and model core domain concepts using ubiquitous language and bounded contexts.
• Implement tactical DDD patterns, including entities, value objects, aggregates, repositories, and domain services.
• Design context maps and strategic boundaries to effectively manage complexity across microservices and diverse teams.
• Integrate DDD practices into Agile teams and CI/CD workflows to enhance collaboration and delivery outcomes.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical activities.
• Hands-on implementation within a live laboratory environment.

Course Customization Options

• For customized training arrangements, please contact us.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is designed for professionals who wish to understand the concept of function point measurement and how to incorporate it into the software development productivity measurement.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand function point and non-function point measurements in software development.
• Measure the units of a software product for quality and productivity analysis.

This instructor-led live training in Almada (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers and DevOps practitioners who wish to leverage platform engineering to streamline their development processes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core concepts and advantages of platform engineering for development teams.
• Leverage self-service platforms to speed up development and testing.
• Implement automation within their development workflows.
• Apply containerization and orchestration techniques to manage application lifecycles.
• Integrate monitoring and security practices into their development pipelines.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level quality assurance engineers who wish to use Apache JMeter for software performance testing.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand performance testing principles and the role of Apache JMeter.
• Install, configure, and navigate Apache JMeter to create and execute test plans.
• Design comprehensive test plans with advanced features like parameterization and scripting.
• Analyse test results to identify performance issues and optimize applications.
• Conduct distributed testing and apply best practices in real-world scenarios.

The ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Manager (CTAL-TM) is a professional certification that emphasises advanced test management practices, leadership capabilities, and strategic decision-making in alignment with the ISTQB syllabus.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced-level test managers and QA professionals seeking to master the ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager syllabus and prepare for certification.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop and manage comprehensive test strategies and plans.
• Apply risk-based testing techniques to optimise testing efforts.
• Monitor, control, and enhance test processes within projects.
• Lead and develop test teams while managing stakeholder expectations.
• Utilise tools and metrics for test management, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Exam-focused exercises and practice questions.
• Hands-on case studies and simulations aligned with the ISTQB CTAL-TM syllabus.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training session for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led live training in Almada (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level testers seeking to learn how to perform performance testing using the LoadRunner Enterprise platform.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain a solid understanding of performance testing principles and their critical role in software development.
• Plan and design performance tests that align with business needs and system specifications.
• Set up and manage test environments, covering servers, networks, and client systems.
• Execute performance tests, monitor system resources, and gather key performance metrics.
• Analyze test outcomes to pinpoint performance bottlenecks.
• Produce detailed reports to effectively share test insights and recommendations.

Solution Architecture and Project Management in Software Projects is a practical course that bridges the gap between project execution and architectural thinking, helping participants understand how architectural decisions align with project goals and delivery success.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level professionals who wish to better understand the architectural aspects of software and systems projects and how they interact with project phases, methodologies, and business drivers.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand how architecture fits within the project lifecycle and methodology choices.
• Differentiate between requirement types and translate them into design structures.
• Interpret and use modeling frameworks such as C4, UML®️, and Archimate®️.
• Participate in architectural discussions and review processes with confidence.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level software testing professionals who wish to become certified in TOSCA and demonstrate proficiency in test automation using Tricentis Tosca.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the TOSCA certification structure and requirements.
• Master TOSCA concepts, including test case design, automation, and execution.
• Apply best practices for building reusable and maintainable test cases.
• Prepare for the practical and theoretical components of the TOSCA certification exam.

In this instructor-led live training in Almada, participants will learn how to enhance an automated test suite using advanced techniques to drive Selenium.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Resolve complex web application test automation issues with Selenium.
• Apply regular expressions and pattern-based verification techniques.
• Handle exceptions that halt test execution.
• Programmatically search for web objects.
• Dynamically capture data from web controls.
• Create a data-driven testing framework.
• Distribute testing with Selenium Grid.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) introduces participants to automated testing with Selenium WebDriver and C# in Visual Studio. If you do not have C# programming experience or wish to brush up on C#, please check out the course: C# for Automation Test Engineers.

This comprehensive Appium training course equips you with the skills to master mobile automation testing. You will develop robust test automation frameworks for Android and iOS applications by leveraging the industry-leading Appium framework. Gain practical experience in configuring Appium, authoring test scripts, locating both native and web elements, and producing detailed test reports. This course is ideal for QA engineers and testing professionals looking to expand their toolkit with essential mobile testing and automation capabilities. It serves as an excellent foundation for pursuing Appium certification and advancing your career in mobile quality assurance.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada is tailored for anyone keen on learning Java specifically for test automation. It is a streamlined, intensive course packed with hands-on exercises designed to help participants quickly acquire the essential programming skills required for software automation testing. The emphasis is squarely on Java fundamentals that can be directly and immediately applied to test automation.

This course does not delve into advanced test automation frameworks such as Selenium. Furthermore, it skips the traditional "Hello World" approach to learning Java, as it is not an application development course. The primary goal is to get participants up and running with test automation as quickly as possible. If you are already proficient in Java and wish to move directly into testing with Selenium, please consider: Introduction to Selenium (https://www.nobleprog.com/introduction-selenium-training).

This course is designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and leadership teams to demonstrate how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, address testing activities.

By the conclusion of the course, participants will have designed and executed a test plan for a sample application, which can be an actual client application where available.

This two-day course offers a concise introduction to Agile software testing. It covers fundamental testing concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development, utilizing Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to explore contemporary principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for development teams seeking to enhance their testing practices within an Agile environment.

It is also appropriate for individuals aiming to pursue testing as a specific career path and serves as a suitable prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

This training initiative aims to equip software QA engineers with vital AI knowledge and practical skills to boost testing productivity and improve software quality outcomes. Participants will develop a solid understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning, focusing on their application in test automation, bug detection, test case generation, risk-based testing, and performance analysis.

Combining theoretical concepts with demonstrations and hands-on labs, QA professionals will learn to leverage AI to minimize manual workloads, enhance test coverage, and increase defect detection accuracy—ultimately driving greater efficiency and effectiveness within QA processes.

Cypress is an end-to-end testing framework that empowers users to set up, write, run, and debug tests for any frontend application or website.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for software testers looking to leverage Cypress for test automation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Execute end-to-end automation testing using Cypress.
• Implement integration and unit tests within a web application.
• Utilise Cypress as an alternative to Selenium.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Extensive exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

In this instructor-led live workshop training in Almada (online or onsite), participants will learn how to apply the five stages of Design Thinking to better understand the problems experienced by end-users of a product or service, then develop the best approach for resolving them.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use creative strategies to match customers' needs with technologically feasible solutions.
• Formulate a strategy to increase customer value and enhance product and service offerings.

This comprehensive training program merges the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL v4.0) syllabus with a practical introduction to AI-assisted testing tools and techniques. Designed as a preparation pathway toward the ISTQB Foundation Level certification, the course equips participants with immediately applicable skills in AI-enhanced testing.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets QA professionals, software testers, and test engineers who wish to build a structured understanding of quality assurance fundamentals while learning to leverage modern AI tools for test case generation, test automation, and defect analysis.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply the seven testing principles and understand the tester's role across the software development lifecycle.
• Design test cases using black-box, white-box, and experience-based techniques in line with ISTQB standards.
• Report, track, and manage defects throughout their full lifecycle.
• Plan testing initiatives using risk-based approaches, estimation techniques, and test progress metrics.
• Evaluate and select appropriate test automation tools for your organizational context.
• Utilize generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to draft, review, and refine test cases from requirements.
• Apply AI-powered tools for self-healing test automation, visual regression testing, and defect prediction.
• Navigate the ISTQB Foundation Level exam structure and answer sample questions with confidence.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request customized training, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Almada (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level / intermediate-level / advanced-level QA professionals and technical team members who wish to use Katalon Studio to transition from manual testing to automated regression testing.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: explain QA and automation fundamentals, automate REST API checks, build web UI regression tests, and apply Katalon Studio for maintainable test execution.

This course is tailored for experienced programmers seeking to deepen their understanding of design patterns and refactoring techniques. Participants will gain practical knowledge of pattern properties and real-world application examples, empowering them to construct efficient and robust application code.

The RISC-V ecosystem has evolved from a niche open-source instruction set architecture (ISA) into a mainstream architectural choice with substantial market momentum spanning edge computing, IoT, automotive sectors, AI acceleration, and server-class processors. Industry analyses highlight a significant talent gap: there are fewer than 5,000 RISC-V chip designers globally, compared to an estimated 15,000+ open positions within the semiconductor industry. Current hiring trends indicate that employers are prioritising candidates who possess proficiency in RISC-V architecture alongside skills in SoC design, RTL verification (UVM/SystemVerilog), AI accelerator development, Rust systems programming, confidential computing, and open-source toolchain expertise. The most rapidly growing competency areas include automotive-grade RISC-V (ISO 26262 compliance), server-class processors featuring AIA interrupt controllers and multi-core coherence, and edge AI inference NPUs. Companies such as SiFive, Qualcomm, and Western Digital have accelerated their RISC-V development efforts, intensifying the demand for engineers capable of bridging architecture specification, silicon implementation, firmware, and software stack development within a single skill set.

The Principal Engineer Masterclass is designed for experienced and driven engineers who already possess the ability to deliver production-ready code. This course aims to transform you into an exceptional software engineer and leader, enabling you to create a significant positive impact on your team and organization. Throughout the course, you will explore system design and architecture, code review techniques, mentoring and coaching strategies, pair programming, fostering a robust engineering culture, and other essential engineering practices.

This instructor-led live training (available onsite or remotely) targets the following professionals:

• Mid-level software engineers
• Senior software engineers
• Principal software engineers
• Staff software engineers
• Lead software engineers
• Software architects
• Engineering managers

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Promote to the next career level from mid-level or senior roles
• If you are already leading a team or hold a position above senior engineer, you can begin applying the tools, techniques, and frameworks learned in this course to:
  • Effectively lead high-performing engineering teams
  • Facilitate 360-degree effective collaboration with all stakeholders
  • Master the core technical skills of a principal engineer
  • Cultivate a strong engineering culture within the organization
  • Develop and maintain a mindset of continuous learning

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Extensive exercises and practical activities
• Tools, techniques, and frameworks to help you become a 'unicorn' engineer
• Sharing of real-life experiences

Course Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.