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    Find the Best Software Testing Course for Your Goals

    • Status: New
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      Google

      Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Timelines, Taking Meeting Minutes, Concision, Generative AI, Productivity Software, Business Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Document Management, Project Schedules, Text Mining

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Presentations, Customer Analysis, Innovation, Business Process, Customer Relationship Management, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Marketing Channel, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Cost Management, Revenue Management, Resource Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      654 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors

      Skills you'll gain: Income Tax, Tax Returns, Tax Preparation, Payroll Tax, Tax Laws, Payroll, Tax Management, Tax Compliance

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      691 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Ordered Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Database Systems, Database Theory, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      920 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, z/OS, Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Mainframe Computing, Integrated Development Environments, File Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Tax Compliance, Inventory Control, Banking Services, Cost Management, Payroll Tax, Invoicing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Bayesian Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, R Programming, Probability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Probability Distribution

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      797 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of California San Diego

      Design Principles: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Design, Experimentation, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles, Human Centered Design, Web Design and Development, Typography, Design Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google データアナリティクス

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Stakeholder Communications, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interviewing Skills, Data Access, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Synthesis, Data Manipulation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      610 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      990 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Washington

      Data Science at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Governance, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Wrangling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      915 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Storytelling, Data Governance, Data Presentation, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI, Data Cleansing, Cloud Storage, Data Transformation, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Database Management, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      171 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software testing courses

    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
    • Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
    • Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Ordered Data Structures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging: IBM
    • Tally Bookkeeper: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • Bayesian Statistics: Duke University
    • Design Principles: an Introduction: University of California San Diego
    • Google データアナリティクス: Google
    • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System

    Why Learn Software Testing?

    Software testing is the process of evaluating code and systems to ensure quality, reliability, and performance. It plays a key role in software development by identifying bugs, verifying functionality, and improving user experience. Learning software testing can help you build essential skills for quality assurance and contribute to delivering better digital products.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Software Testing

    Top courses include Introduction to Software Testing from the University of Minnesota and testing-focused modules in programs like the Software Development Lifecycle Specialization. These courses cover manual and automated testing, test-driven development, and testing frameworks.‎

    Yes. Many software testing courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to view lectures and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to design test cases, identify bugs, automate tests, and understand different testing types—such as unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing. Some courses also include hands-on practice with tools like Selenium or JUnit.‎

    Not necessarily. Some courses introduce testing concepts without requiring coding knowledge, making them accessible to beginners. However, if you plan to learn automated testing or test scripts, some basic programming experience—often in Python or Java—can be helpful.‎

    Yes. Software testing is a critical part of the development process, and QA roles are in demand across tech companies. A Coursera course or certificate can help you build relevant skills, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for entry-level testing or quality assurance roles.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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