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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Product Management, Corporate Strategy, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Target Market, Business, Market Dynamics, Value Propositions, Decision Making

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Development Environment, Data Security, Software Development Life Cycle

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Health Care IT: Challenges and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Information Management, Telehealth, Electronic Medical Record, Computerized Physician Order Entry, Interoperability, Emerging Technologies, Decision Support Systems, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      494 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      HubSpot Academy

      Sales Training: Techniques for a Human-Centric Sales Process

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Booking (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Training, Sales Process, Sales Prospecting, HubSpot CRM, Sales, Inside Sales, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Strategy, Consultative Selling, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Lead Generation, Negotiation, LinkedIn, Value Propositions, Professional Networking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Salesforce

      Reports, Dashboards, and Customer Success in Salesforce

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Salesforce, Dashboard, Sales Enablement, Customer Relationship Management, Data Visualization, Customer Support, Sales Management, Customer and Client Support, Customer Service, Sales Strategy, Performance Reporting, Business Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Introduction to Indoor Air Quality

      Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Cleanliness, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Testing, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Engineering, Environment Health And Safety, Thermal Management, Construction, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Digital health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Telehealth, Health Disparities, Health Informatics, Health Care, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Interoperability, Public Health, Epidemiology, Big Data, Digital Transformation, Health Information Management, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Usable Security

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Security Engineering, Usability Testing, Human Factors, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, User Interface (UI) Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Centered Design, Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google شهادة تقنية المعلومات من

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Linux, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Windows, Network Security, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Application Security, Systems Administration, Remote Access Systems, Desktop Support, Technical Support, File Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Active Directory, Help Desk Support, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      561 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Desarrollador back-end de Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Version Control, SQL, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Database Design, Responsive Web Design, Database Management Systems, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, MySQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Pseudocode, Web Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      478 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Intellectual Humility: Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Research, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Overview of JUnit Testing

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Test Case, Eclipse (Software), Test Data, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Integrated Development Environments, Java

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals: IBM
    • Health Care IT: Challenges and Opportunities: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Sales Training: Techniques for a Human-Centric Sales Process: HubSpot Academy
    • Reports, Dashboards, and Customer Success in Salesforce: Salesforce
    • Introduction to Indoor Air Quality: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Introduction to Digital health: Imperial College London
    • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Google شهادة تقنية المعلومات من: Google
    • Desarrollador back-end de Meta: Meta

    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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