Master advanced quality assurance practices, from test strategies and risk-based methods to Agile and DevOps collaboration, and apply them in a real-world capstone project. This course equips you with the ability to design effective testing strategies, apply risk-based testing, use quality metrics, and collaborate within Agile and DevOps environments.
Advanced Quality and Capstone Project
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Advanced Quality and Capstone Project
This course is part of Software Quality Assurance and Testing Specialization
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What you'll learn
Design advanced test strategies using risk-based testing and apply quality metrics to ensure software reliability and business alignment.
Apply quality assurance practices in Agile and DevOps workflows, integrating tests into delivery pipelines for continuous quality.
Build collaboration and feedback loops that strengthen communication between teams and improve testing efficiency.
Execute a complete capstone project, from planning and testing to reflection, simulating real-world quality assurance work.
Skills you'll gain
- Agile Methodology
- Automation
- Test Execution Engine
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
- Quality Assurance
- Software Testing
- Continuous Integration
- Software Quality Assurance
- Continuous Delivery
- Debugging
- DevOps
- Acceptance Testing
- Test Automation
- Verification And Validation
- Risk Management Framework
- Regression Testing
- Test Case
- Test Planning
- Issue Tracking
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September 2025
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Software Quality Assurance and Testing Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module empowers learners to strategically steer QA efforts where they matter most. Participants will learn to formulate robust test strategies that align testing objectives with business priorities, design risk-based approaches to emphasize critical areas, and identify QA metrics that measure effectiveness and guide decisions. By targeting testing on high-impact, high-likelihood risks and tracking meaningful indicators, learners will be equipped to ensure focused, data-driven quality improvements.
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11 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins
This module immerses learners in the evolving role of QA within modern delivery frameworks. Students will discover how quality assurance becomes strategically integrated into Agile and DevOps by embracing continuous testing, early collaboration, and automation. Through real-world approaches, they’ll learn to embed QA in team workflows—participating in sprint planning, refining acceptance criteria, fostering feedback loops, and supporting shared ownership of quality. By mastering agile QA practices and DevOps alignment, learners will be poised to elevate QA from a gated step to a dynamic, integrated force for delivery excellence.
What's included
20 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
This module brings together all the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course into a structured, real-world project. Learners will initiate and plan a QA project—defining scope, selecting a testable application, and establishing roles and deliverables. They will then execute comprehensive QA activities including designing test cases, performing testing, managing defects, and utilizing automation or documentation tools. Finally, students will reflect on outcomes by reviewing deliverables, analyzing lessons learned, and completing a structured reflection to identify areas for future improvement. This capstone experience encapsulates strategic planning, practical execution, and thoughtful evaluation in one cohesive learning milestone.
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Frequently asked questions
You will learn advanced test strategies, risk-based testing, QA metrics, Agile and DevOps collaboration, and complete a capstone project.
Yes. This course builds on the concepts from earlier courses in the specialization. A foundation in testing basics is recommended.
It is designed for four weeks of study, with 3–4 hours per week, totaling around 11.5 hours of structured learning and project work.
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