Code of Ethics – ISTQB

Code of Ethics

Public – Testers shall act consistently with the public interest

Client and Employer – Testers shall act in a manner that is in the best interests of their client and employer, consistent with the public interest

Product – Testers shall ensure that the deliverables they provide (on the products and systems they test) meet the highest professional standards possible

Judgement – Testers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional judgement

Management – Test managers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an ethical approach to the management of software testing

Profession – Testers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession consistent with the public interest

Colleagues – Testers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues, and promote cooperation with software developers

Self – Testers shall participate in lifelong learning regarding the practice of their profession and shall promote an ethical approach to the practice of the profession