Description
Data without trust is worthless. This webinar shows how structured testing transforms chaotic data warehouse projects into reliable, business-ready solutions. Discover why testing must start before a single line of code, what makes DWH testing uniquely challenging, and how a solid test strategy ensures quality, stability, and compliance. From tackling data drift and complex ETL processes to building confidence across IT and business, you’ll learn how structured testing saves time, money, and reputation. Join to gain practical insights that will sharpen your test approach and strengthen data-driven decisions.
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Experts

Dr. Lukas Eschmann
Agenda
Welcome and Introduction
Why structured testing matters in data warehousing
- Testing as a foundation for trust, quality, and compliance
- Avoiding costly data errors and broken reporting
Testing basics: from errors to root causes
- Difference between errors, defects, and failures
- Root cause analysis for long-term stability
Requirements first: testing starts before coding
- Importance of clear, testable requirements
- Preventing downstream defects early
Special challenges in DWH testing
- Handling data drift and growing data volumes
- Managing complex ETL pipelines
- Detecting “silent failures” and hidden inconsistencies
Elements of an effective DWH test strategy
- Risk-based planning and prioritization
- Standardization, compliance, and documentation
- Ensuring stability with regression and audit-proof testing
Test levels explained
- Unit testing: validating tables and transformations
- Integration testing: ensuring consistency across pipelines
- System testing: end-to-end performance and reliability
- User acceptance: validating business rules and trust
Basic information
Basic understanding of data warehousing concepts, familiarity with ETL processes and reporting environments; no prior testing expertise required.
Online Webinar
Data engineers, testers, analysts, and anyone navigating the space between business requirements and ETL pipelines – no prior testing background required.
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