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at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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.

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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

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.

You will start by creating advanced test strategies that align with project goals, applying risk-based testing methods, and tracking quality through key metrics. Next, you will explore how quality assurance operates in Agile and DevOps workflows, learning how to integrate testing into delivery pipelines, collaborate effectively with teams, and build continuous feedback loops that drive improvement. The course culminates in a structured capstone project where you will plan, execute, and reflect on a complete quality assurance cycle. You will create test cases, execute both manual and automated tests, log defects, and evaluate outcomes. This project simulates the real responsibilities of a quality assurance professional and helps you transition classroom learning into workplace application. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Create test strategies using risk-based approaches and quality metrics. - Contribute to Agile and DevOps teams by embedding quality assurance practices into workflows. - Apply continuous feedback to improve testing processes. - Complete a full capstone project with planning, execution, and reflection. Disclaimer: This is an independent educational resource created by Board Infinity for informational and educational purposes only. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with any company, organization, or certification body unless explicitly stated. The content provided is based on industry knowledge and best practices but does not constitute official training material for any specific employer or certification program. All company names, trademarks, service marks, and logos referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for educational identification and comparison purposes.

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.

What's included

11 videos4 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts1 plugin

11 videos•Total 62 minutes
  • Course Introduction•3 minutes
  • What is a Test Strategy?•4 minutes
  • Types of Testing Strategies•6 minutes
  • Components of a Good Strategy•9 minutes
  • Strategy in Real-World Projects•5 minutes
  • What is Risk-Based Testing?•6 minutes
  • Prioritizing Based on Risk•5 minutes
  • Examples of Risk-Based Approaches•6 minutes
  • What are QA Metrics?•5 minutes
  • Using Metrics to Make Decisions•6 minutes
  • Common QA KPI•6 minutes
4 readings•Total 55 minutes
  • Course Syllabus•10 minutes
  • Building a Test Strategy•15 minutes
  • Risk-Based Testing Basics•15 minutes
  • Improving Quality with Metrics•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Planning for Quality and Risk•60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Building a Test Strategy•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Risk-Based Testing Basics•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Improving Quality with Metrics•15 minutes
2 discussion prompts•Total 20 minutes
  • Meet & Greet•10 minutes
  • What Should You Test First When Everything Matters?•10 minutes
1 plugin•Total 15 minutes
  • Quick Course Check-In•15 minutes

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

19 videos3 readings4 assignments

19 videos•Total 105 minutes
  • Agile QA Basics•6 minutes
  • Agile Methodology Overview•4 minutes
  • Agile Manifesto•6 minutes
  • 12 Agile Principles•5 minutes
  • QA in Scrum and Sprints•6 minutes
  • DevOps QA Tools and Pipelines•6 minutes
  • Integrating QA Early•6 minutes
  • Overview of Scrum Roles•6 minutes
  • Role Collaboration in Scrum•7 minutes
  • Daily Scrum•7 minutes
  • Scrum Artifacts Overview•5 minutes
  • Increment•4 minutes
  • Communicating Across Teams•6 minutes
  • QA Documentation Best Practices•6 minutes
  • Test Handoff and Feedback Loops•6 minutes
  • Real Examples of QA Collaboration•5 minutes
  • Continuous Feedback in QA•6 minutes
  • Using Feedback for Test Optimization•4 minutes
  • Peer Review and Retrospectives•5 minutes
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
  • QA in Agile and DevOps•15 minutes
  • Collaboration in QA Teams•15 minutes
  • Feedback Loops and Improvement•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: QA in Agile, DevOps, and Teams•60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: QA in Agile and DevOps•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Collaboration in QA Teams•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Feedback Loops and Improvement•15 minutes

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.

What's included

9 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

9 videos•Total 45 minutes
  • Capstone Overview•5 minutes
  • Choosing a Testable Application•5 minutes
  • Setting Project Scope and Roles•6 minutes
  • Creating Test Cases from Requirements•6 minutes
  • Manual Execution and Bug Logging•5 minutes
  • Automation Scripts Recap•5 minutes
  • Reviewing Project Deliverables•6 minutes
  • Lessons Learned in QA•5 minutes
  • Course Closure !•2 minutes
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
  • Project Kickoff and Planning•15 minutes
  • Executing QA Activities•15 minutes
  • Reviewing and Reflecting•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Capstone QA Project•60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Project Kickoff and Planning•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Executing QA Activities•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Reviewing and Reflecting•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
  • What Did Your QA Project Teach You?•10 minutes

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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.

The capstone involves planning, executing, and reflecting on a complete QA cycle with test design, execution, defect tracking, and reporting.

Yes. You will work through a simulated project, practicing everything from test planning to execution and final reflection.

It simulates actual QA responsibilities, giving you the confidence to contribute to teams and manage end-to-end testing tasks in real projects.

You will use simple tools such as spreadsheets, IDE logs, and defect templates, which can easily translate to professional QA tools later.

Yes. You will learn QA’s role in Agile sprints, continuous delivery pipelines, and how to embed testing into every stage of development.

Yes. You will explore how QA integrates with DevOps workflows, including pipelines, test automation, and feedback-driven improvement.

You will be assessed through planning exercises, execution tasks, defect reporting, and reflection on lessons learned.

Not completely. It is meant for learners who have already completed foundational QA and testing courses in the specialization.

QA metrics measure quality outcomes such as defect density and test coverage, helping teams make data-driven decisions for improvement.

You will practice documentation, communication, and feedback loops, which mirror real collaboration between QA teams and developers.

It provides a project you can showcase in interviews or portfolios, demonstrating practical skills and readiness for QA roles.

After completing this specialization, you can pursue advanced certifications or roles in QA automation, performance testing, or DevOps QA.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Financial aid available,