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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Business of Product Management I

      Skills you'll gain: Product Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Product Requirements, New Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Insights, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Market Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      794 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      514 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Technical Support

      Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Technical Support, Desktop Support, Service Level, Help Desk Support, System Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Services, Remote Access Systems, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Data Structures in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®)

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Backlogs, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Process, User Requirements Documents, User Story, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Code Review, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Technical Design, User Story, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Database systems

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Information Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Analytics, Scalability, Data Store, Unstructured Data

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      683 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      DevOps Culture and Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Process Mapping, Culture Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Organizational Structure, Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, User Feedback, Systems Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      581 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface, System Support, Computer Hardware, Network Security, Mobile Security, Microsoft Windows, General Networking, Unix Commands, Technical Support, Mac OS, Network Administration, Linux, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, Computer Displays

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Enterprise Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Change Management, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, System Implementation, Business Process, Business Solutions, Business Management, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      794 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Django Web Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Application Security, Database Development, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      611 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Business of Product Management I: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
    • Introduction to Technical Support : IBM
    • Advanced Data Structures in Java: University of California San Diego
    • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
    • Application Development: Amazon
    • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • DevOps Culture and Mindset: University of California, Davis
    • Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification: IBM

    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.

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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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