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    Find the Best Software Testing Course for Your Goals

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      EIT Digital

      Value Creation Through Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Business Modeling, Cold Calling, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Technology Roadmaps, Innovation, Sales Process, Market Research, Technology Strategies, Market Analysis, Target Market, Marketing, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies

      4.6
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      717 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Project Management Foundations, Initiation, and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Team Motivation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, Team Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Project Schedules, Meeting Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Cost Management, Scope Management

      4.7
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      482 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Initiation à la programmation (en C++)

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Sampling (Statistics), Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Graphing, Data Ethics, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Oral Expression, Artificial Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, Prompt Engineering, Interactive Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      542 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Software Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanjing University

      Data Processing Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      374 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Frontend Development

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Color Theory, User Interface (UI), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Typography, React.js, Web Development Tools, JSON, Design, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design, Javascript, Debugging, Usability, Web Development, Node.JS, Front-End Web Development

      4.7
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      471 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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 Intelligence, Business Risk Management, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 2

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Performance Testing

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Solar Energy System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, Equipment Design, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Equipment, Survey Creation, System Requirements, Engineering Calculations, Performance Testing, Physical Science, Spatial Analysis, Estimation, Physics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      453 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Value Creation Through Innovation: EIT Digital
    • Project Management Foundations, Initiation, and Planning: SkillUp EdTech
    • Initiation à la programmation (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building: Google
    • Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
    • Frontend Development: Scrimba
    • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
    • Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 2: Universidade de São Paulo

    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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