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University of Leeds

Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

University of Leeds via Coursera

Overview

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Software testing and validation are vital because they ensure that the end product meets the design requirements. In just two weeks, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of industry-standard techniques and learn how to design and implement effective test cases. Through step-by-step guidance and real-world examples, you'll delve into different types of software testing, acquiring the skills to apply industry standards and best practices. You'll learn to design robust test cases and adhere to industry standards, making you a valuable asset in the software development field. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and expertise to ensure software quality through rigorous testing and validation processes. Join this course and kickstart your software development career today. This course is one of many, offered by Click Start, a UK training programme designed to help young people develop digital skills. Click Start offers a limited number of scholarships giving free access to young people in the UK. Check the FAQs to see more detail and follow the link to check if you are eligible for free access today.

Syllabus

  • Week 1: Foundations of software testing and validation
    • Welcome to Foundations of Software Testing and Validation! In the first week, you will be focusing on the basic concepts of software testing, its goals and how it fits into the software development life cycle. During the second week, we'll build on these concepts and explore software validation, quality assurance and dynamic testing techniques. Let's get started!
  • Week 2: Test design techniques and validation
    • Week 2 of the continues the journey into the core of software testing – the various techniques and methods used to ensure software is robust and reliable. You will explore dynamic testing, where software is run under specific conditions and observe the results. You will look at how to create appropriate test cases and learn about two crucial techniques: boundary value analysis and equivalence partitioning. Throughout this week, you'll gain practical skills and knowledge that will be essential for your journey into the world of software testing.

Taught by

Julian Brooks

Reviews

4.6 rating, based on 27 Class Central reviews

4.6 rating at Coursera based on 310 ratings

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  • This Course is Wow for the beginner level and perfect understanding. A normal and best way teaching methods and full overview in a short form.
  • Anonymous
    Wao! Fantastic lectures.
    Learning about; software testing and it's importance
    Detection of bug, error and failure,
    Requirements of SDLC and the use of each requirements in software analysis
    Software design
    Levels of SDLC
    Types of testing
    Software techniques
    Test activities and quality assurance have broaden my knowledge the more
  • Anonymous
    As informative as the course was it was not able to hold my attention without needing to take several breaks, the lecturer was speaking in a monotonous manner and throughout the entire course it seemed like he was reading the course and not teaching the course which made it feel like me as the viewer and student didn't need to be there in the sense of attention
  • Anonymous
    The Foundation Testing and Validation course on Coursera is an insightful journey into the fundamentals of software testing. With concise yet comprehensive modules, it covers a range of essential topics, including test planning, execution, and autom…
  • Anonymous
    "The Foundations of Software Testing and Validation course was highly informative and beneficial for my career in software QA and testing. The content was comprehensive, covering essential concepts in testing and validation methods. The instructor's clear teaching style and impressive skill made complex topics easy to understand. I appreciated the practical insights provided, which will undoubtedly enhance my ability to ensure software quality. This course has equipped me with valuable knowledge and techniques that I can immediately apply in real-world scenarios. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to build a solid foundation in software testing and validation."
  • Anonymous
    Your course on "Foundations of Software Testing and Validation" is well-structured, covering essential topics from basic concepts to advanced techniques. It includes practical labs, case studies, and future trends, providing a comprehensive understanding of software testing. Integrating real-world examples and interactive elements will enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Overall, it’s a robust foundation for anyone looking to build expertise in software testing and validation.
  • Anonymous
    Foundations of Software Testing and Validation is an excellent course for beginners and anyone looking to refresh their knowledge. It is taught with utmost simplicity. I'd recommend this course to all beginners and/or those looking to switch to tech or from a tech role to Software Testing.
  • Anonymous
    Very nice, and concise, yet thoroughly explained. As someone who didn't have any background in IT QA, the course helped me a lot to learn the basics and will surely make my future learning and improvement easier! Also, quite an interactive course! All praise!
  • Anonymous
    Great acquisition of knowledge today on SQA product planning, production and validation. Also the the processes in the system development life cycle (SDLC) is key to ensuring and maintaining quality .
  • Anonymous
    course is beginner friendly. this course is a good hands-on testing, validation and verification. the conception are well explain without too much details. a beginner will not be lost with heavy explanation
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    Abhishek Debnath
    Great course to give a head start in Software testing. I thoroughly enjoyed.
    And it works really well from a mobile browser also.

    Smoothly accessible from android browsers.

    THANK YOU!!
  • Anonymous
    For beginners, this course is a blessing as it covers many essential topics in a short amount of time, providing a solid overview before deep diving into the vast field of software testing.
  • Anonymous
    very interesting and useful course, it gives all the basic knowledge about software testing
    the task helps us to understand the concepts very well
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    Harish Jairam Sriramoju
    Foundations of Software Testing and Validation it is nice to learn many of types of project , i hane learn a lot by preparing and giving quiz
  • Anonymous
    It has good and insightful content. Can be made more great with more hands-on like the Lab sessions which was there in just one module.
  • Anonymous
    I am very happy to this course. I was learn basic things. this is will be help to next step for my future. Thankyou So much.
  • Anonymous
    Very clear explanation of concepts, good hands-on exercieses, useful AI coach to review the material. Recommended for beginners.
  • Anonymous
    Good understanding of the testing concepts that helps to gain good knowledge and test the basic concepts with learning.
  • Anonymous
    An excellent course providing a solid foundation in software testing and validation. Highly practical and engaging.
  • Anonymous
    Its very enjoyable to go along with your own learning. i like the test are not extense but consistent

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