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      Coursera Project Network

      Vulnerability Scanning with Nmap: Network Scanning

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Operating Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      PowerBI for Beginners: Sales Data Exploration

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Trend Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Sales, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Regional Sales

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Irvine

      Predictive Modeling, Model Fitting, and Regression Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Forecasting, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      AWS Solutions Architect - Associate

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Disaster Recovery, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon S3, Identity and Access Management, Solution Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Containerization, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cloud Solutions, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Working with Data in Android

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Android Development, Kotlin, Android Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Services, Mobile Development, Database Management, Databases, JSON, Web Applications, SQL, Database Management Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Red Hat

      Fundamentals of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9

      Skills you'll gain: Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, User Accounts, Linux Servers, Open Source Technology, File Management, System Monitoring, System Support, Operating Systems, Network Administration, System Configuration, Remote Access Systems, Network Troubleshooting, OS Process Management, Web Servers

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Java Development Deep Dive

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Model View Controller, Java Programming, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Java, Authentications, Application Security, Scalability, Software Architecture, System Monitoring, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Restful API, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Dependency Analysis, OS Process Management, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Sorting, Filtering, Data-Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Integrity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating Database Tables with SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep AI-102: Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Computer Vision, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API)

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Java Programming for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Application Development, Software Installation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      FPGA computing systems: A Bird’s Eye View

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, System Configuration, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Software Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Embedded Systems, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Vulnerability Scanning with Nmap: Network Scanning: Coursera Project Network
    • PowerBI for Beginners: Sales Data Exploration: Coursera Project Network
    • Predictive Modeling, Model Fitting, and Regression Analysis: University of California, Irvine
    • AWS Solutions Architect - Associate: LearnKartS
    • Working with Data in Android: Meta
    • Fundamentals of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9: Red Hat
    • Java Development Deep Dive: Board Infinity
    • Excel for Beginners: Sorting, Filtering, Data-Validation: Coursera Project Network
    • Creating Database Tables with SQL: Coursera Project Network
    • Exam Prep AI-102: Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate: Whizlabs

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Software Testing

    Software Testing courses on Coursera equip learners with the skills necessary to ensure software quality, reliability, and performance, including:

    • Fundamental concepts of software testing, including test planning and test case design.
    • Techniques for various types of testing such as unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and acceptance testing.
    • Use of automated testing tools like Selenium, JUnit, and TestNG to streamline testing processes.
    • Best practices for defect tracking and management to improve software quality.
    • Understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) environments in relation to testing.
    • Knowledge of performance testing to assess software behavior under various conditions.
    • Security testing principles to identify vulnerabilities in software applications. ‎

    Coursera’s Software Testing courses are structured to accommodate learners at various levels of technical expertise:

    • Beginners: No prior experience is required for introductory courses, which cover the basics of software testing concepts and practices.
    • Intermediate Learners: Those with some programming or testing background can deepen their understanding of more sophisticated testing techniques and tools.
    • Advanced Professionals: Experienced software testers and developers can enhance their skills in specialized areas such as automation, performance, and security testing.‎

    Participating in Software Testing courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials that can showcase your development and expertise:

    • Course Certificates: You can earn a certificate for each software testing course you complete, which can demonstrate your proficiency in specific testing methods.
    • Professional Certificates: These certificates are intended to help prepare you for advanced roles in software quality assurance by providing comprehensive skill development across multiple software testing disciplines.
    • Specializations: Engage with a particular aspect of software testing through a series of courses that culminate in a capstone project, providing practical experience and deeper knowledge.‎

    Skills gained from Software Testing courses can lead to a variety of career opportunities within the IT industry, including:

    • Quality Assurance Analyst: Ensuring software meets established standards and end-user requirements before release.
    • Automation Test Engineer: Designing and writing test automation scripts using testing software that checks for defects automatically.
    • Software Test Manager: Overseeing a team of testers to ensure software functionality and security across multiple projects.
    • Performance Test Engineer: Specializing in testing the performance of software applications under various stress conditions to ensure scalability and reliability.
    • Security Test Specialist: Focusing on testing software for vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with security standards.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including software testing. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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