Welcome to Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) Fundamentals, a foundational course that introduces how software testing ensures quality and reliability in modern software development.
Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) Fundamentals
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Beginner level
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6 hours to complete
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Skills you'll gain
- Functional Testing
- Debugging
- System Testing
- Integration Testing
- Test Planning
- Waterfall Methodology
- Python Programming
- Regression Testing
- Test Tools
- Issue Tracking
- Software Testing
- Software Quality Assurance
- Quality Assurance
- Acceptance Testing
- Test Automation
- Agile Methodology
- Test Driven Development (TDD)
- Test Case
- Unit Testing
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January 2026
Taught in English
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, learners will discover why testing is essential, how defects impact product quality, and how testing fits into modern development models. They will explore key testing types, methodologies, and real-world scenarios, and learn how early testing practices like Shift Left improve quality and reduce rework.
What's included
17 videos5 readings4 assignments
In this module, learners will understand how defects are identified, reported, and tracked through the bug lifecycle. They will learn to write effective bug reports, apply triage and prioritization techniques, and use quality metrics. The module also introduces practical debugging strategies and tools to help diagnose and resolve common issues efficiently.
What's included
9 videos3 readings3 assignments
In this final module, learners will review key concepts from the course, complete knowledge checks, and work through a graded assignment. They will reflect on real-world testing scenarios to strengthen their understanding and confidently apply STLC principles in practical projects.
What's included
1 video2 assignments
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Learn the Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) and gain practical skills in test planning, defect management, and debugging.
Beginners in QA, software developers, and anyone interested in improving software quality.
No prior experience is required. This course covers testing fundamentals and provides a solid foundation for practical testing and debugging.
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