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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Transact-SQL, Data Storage, Data Architecture, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, NoSQL, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Processing, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Barcoding, Microsoft PowerPoint, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IESE Business School

      Mastering the Art of Scaling and Convincing Investors

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Valuation, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Fundraising, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, New Business Development, Return On Investment, Due Diligence, Value Propositions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Negotiation, Investments, Financial Analysis, Innovation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Strategy & Economic Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Price Negotiation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy, Cost Reduction

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Terraform Cloud - Automation, Workspaces, and Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Deployment, Cloud Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Infrastructure, GitHub, OAuth, Version Control

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Network Security, Troubleshooting, & Certification Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Hardening, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Encryption, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Snowflake

      Snowflake Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, DevOps, Data Integration, SQL, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Real Time Data, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Import/Export, Stored Procedure, Command-Line Interface

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Hydrogen: Key Concepts and Use in Green Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Energy and Utilities, Feasibility Studies, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Process Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Mathematical Modeling, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Environmental Engineering, Cost Estimation, Research Reports

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Information Systems Implementation and Business Resilience

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Database Management, Database Administration, Problem Management, Relational Databases, Incident Management, Service Management, Information Systems, Software Development Methodologies, IT Management, Asset Management, Project Design, Object Oriented Design, Agile Methodology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Terraform Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure Security, Continuous Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Command-Line Interface, Amazon S3, Data Validation, Development Environment, GitHub, OAuth, Configuration Management, Testability, Version Control, Application Deployment, Maintainability

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      YouTube Strategy: Effective Content

      Skills you'll gain: Content Strategy, Video Production, Content Development and Management, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Calendar Management, Google Analytics, Ideation, Target Audience, Operational Efficiency

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Paid media, Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Generative AI, Marketing Automation

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course: Simplilearn
    • Mastering the Art of Scaling and Convincing Investors: IESE Business School
    • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
    • Terraform Cloud - Automation, Workspaces, and Integration: Packt
    • Network Security, Troubleshooting, & Certification Prep: Packt
    • Snowflake Data Engineering: Snowflake
    • Hydrogen: Key Concepts and Use in Green Technologies: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Information Systems Implementation and Business Resilience: Whizlabs
    • Terraform Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt

    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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