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      Coursera

      YouTube Live: Streaming Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Live Streaming, Customer Engagement, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Content Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Discussion Facilitation, Community Development, Technical Support

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Use AI as a Creative or Expert Partner

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Simulations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Web Analytics, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Digital Content, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Growth Strategies, Performance Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Target Audience, Customer Insights

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Microsoft Copilot: Power Platform & Security Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Security Management, Productivity Software, Threat Detection, Compliance Management, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Operational Efficiency, Incident Response, Generative AI

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Field Sales Agents: Local Market Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Generative AI Agents, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Process, Lead Generation, Sales, Customer experience improvement, Real Time Data, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Performance Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Bayesian Statistics for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Ethics, Data Science, Probability, Regression Analysis, Analytical Skills, Probability Distribution

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Certified Vault Operations Professional – A Complete Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Authentications, System Monitoring, Kubernetes, Hardening, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Scalability, Data Security, Continuous Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Application Security, Security Controls, Performance Tuning, Disaster Recovery, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Public Key Infrastructure, User Accounts, Configuration Management, Database Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Market Research and Competitive Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Persona Development, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Development, Product Strategy, Data Analysis, AI Personalization, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Solution Design, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Systems Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Process, Business Process Management, Business Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Agile Methodology, Performance Measurement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Full-Stack Web Development with SvelteKit & Supabase

      Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Deployment, Database Management, Databases, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Authentications, Front-End Web Development, Application Development, Back-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

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      Packt

      Amazon S3 Deep Dive – Complete AWS Cloud Storage Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon CloudWatch, Data Security, Cloud Storage, Data Management, Performance Tuning, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Storage, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Version Control

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Business Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Global Marketing, Business Process, Business Process Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Process Analysis, Financial Statements, Brand Management, Leadership and Management, Financial Analysis, Marketing, Team Leadership, Strategic Marketing, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Branding, Inventory Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • YouTube Live: Streaming Engagement: Coursera
    • Use AI as a Creative or Expert Partner: Google
    • YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
    • Microsoft Copilot: Power Platform & Security Best Practices: Whizlabs
    • GenAI for Field Sales Agents: Local Market Insights: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Bayesian Statistics for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Certified Vault Operations Professional – A Complete Guide: Packt
    • Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Microsoft
    • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn
    • Full-Stack Web Development with SvelteKit & Supabase: 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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