All about Software QA Engineering course

Software QA engineers are responsible for testing software applications to identify any bugs or discrepancies from expected behavior. This type of testing is essential for verifying the functionality and user interface of software before it reaches end-users. By reporting issues and collaborating with developers, they help improve the quality and reliability of the software products.

WHAT IS SOFTWARE QA ENGINEERING?
Ensure software, websites, and mobile apps work, look, and feel good according to the requirements by testing and identifying issues.
Detect bugs/issues and errors, report them to the development team.
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality products.

Prerequisites:
1. Recommended age 18-55
2. Proficient in spoken and written English
3. US Citizenship, Green-Card or any kind of US Work Authorization that allows you to work without limitations or sponsorship (for example, EAD Asylum) 

Batches and Schedule: 
📍 July 27 (Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday)
📍 Aug 11 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
📍 Aug 27 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

🔸 Format: 40% live / 60% pre-recorded

7 WEEKS OF LEARNING
Module 1:
Fundamentals of QA
2 weeks. Dive into Quality Assurance (QA) and learn about the software development lifecycle, software architecture, testing methods, and different test types. Get skilled at writing effective bug reports and test cases. As a practice, you'll create your first bug report
L1: Fundamentals of QA
L2: Software Development Life Cycle
L3: Testing Types and Environment
L4: Test Documentation
L5: Understanding Software Bugs. How to write Bug Reports

Module 2
Web Application Testing
1 week. Unlock the world of web testing. We'll cover the key differences between the frontend and backend and how to conduct manual testing of web applications. Also, in this module you’ll practice exploratory, functional and usability testing
L6: Web Application Testing Fundamentals
L7: Manual Testing Techniques
L8: Cross-Browser Compatibility and Test Cases
L9: Chrome DevTools for Web Testing. Self learning

Module 3
Mobile Application Testing
1 week. Learn mobile testing by learning how to write effective test cases, manage builds, and analyze logs. You will also learn the essentials of using Xcode and ADB commands.Get hands-on with manual testing techniques, focusing on usability, functionality, and exploration on mobile devices.
L10: Mobile Application Testing Fundamentals
L11: Manual Testing Techniques
L12: Mobile Builds and System Logs
L13: ADB (Android Debug Bridge) Commands

Module 4
API & Back-end testing
1 week. Delve into client-server fundamentals and API testing. Get hands-on with network debugging using Charles Proxy.
L14: Client-Server Architecture and API Testing
L15: Network Debugging with Charles Proxy
Module 5
Advanced Testing Techniques
1 week. Expand your testing skills - learn database fundamentals and simple SQL for data management. Learn UNIX commands, explore such instruments like Jenkins and how to ensure software can handle stress using JMeter.
L16: Databases and Simple SQL Queries
L17: SQL for database testing practice
L18: UNIX Commands
L19: CI/CD Processes, Jenkins and Rundeck Overview
L20: Testing Essentials with JMeter
Module 6
Introduction to Automation
1 week. Dive into test automation and meet the most popular automation tools such as Selenium and Playwright for web automation. Learn how to execute scripts and verify results to sharpen your automation skills.
L21: Introduction to Test Automation
L22: Test Automation with Playwright
The Lessons will be both live and self-learning but you can always watch or rewatch the video recordings that will be available for you after each lesson anytime that works best for you

Course duration: 4 Months 
Course blocks:
Training: 7 weeks, 22 lessons in general, about 40% live and 60% pre-recorded
Internship: 1 month
Career Course+Career Coaching: 5+ weeks
Average Job Search: 2-6 months
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Course step-by-step

1. Agreement 
2. Training (Education + Support + Tech Mentorship support)
3. Internship  
4. Career Course, Career Coaching (Instructions + Interview preparation + resume & linkedin) 
5. Job search + JST (job search tools)
6. Job offer!

Bonus Courses  API course is given to everybody who bought the course
1. SQL Essentials course
2. Your first Automation script
Note: Python course is provided on CC stage, if the student is ready to leave review.

Average group size:   30-50 students per batch        
Instructors' qualifications:
* Currently employed QA professionals, engineers, leads, managers
* 5+ Years in Quality Assurance 
* 10 Instructors from Apple, Google, Reddit, Intel, McAfee, Indeed, and other US companies, with different tasks, tools, and experience. 

Time & Schedule of Live lessons:
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday or  Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday (depending on the batch)
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM PDT / 8:30-10:30 PM EDT  / 6:30-8:30 PM MDT

1st lesson & webinar recording links   
MQA Lesson 1: https://crst.co/mqa_recording1
Webinar (version for sharing): https://crst.co/recording_mqa
Tech Mentors : Availability: from the 1st day of learning during the learning phase
Experience: 5+ years as a QA
Main focuses: Help to overcome difficulties and grasp the study material effectively, assist with assignments, and provide valuable feedback to enhance skills and progress
Score to pass the training part    > 75%

Homework details: 
2 hw checked by tech mentors + 2 hw (with autocheck) + 1 final quizz

Internship description: Students will practice on the real project with our partners' tasks and include it in their resume as real-world experience
Schedule: ~2 h/day, 5 days/week
Mode: remote & flexible in completing tasks
- Meetings in your group are always held at the same time in Zoom
- All meetings are recorded
- You can choose when it is convenient for you to perform tasks within the deadline of the projects
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***If you want to gain more practical experience, you can extend your internship till 6 months along with a job search, so your experience will grow with every month of your job search.


Examples of what will you do during the internship: 
- testing websites and mobile applications
- executing and creating test cases, checklists and other test documentation
- finding and filling bugs
- performing different types of testing on different platforms and tools "
Internship results: 
- Full understanding of the QA workflow
- Advanced technical skills (testing, QA tools)
- Experience working in a QA team 
- Accomplished projects to include in your resume 
+++ professional feedback from the project lead 


Example of a company for intership: https://veryfi.com 
After the internship, you will feel much more confident at interviews and at your job!
 
Our Career Coaches are highly skilled and trained specialists who possess a wealth of expertise and guidance. Their expertise in assisting students in their job search journey is truly commendable, as they have successfully coached over 1000 students who have embarked on successful careers in Tech Industry.

Career Course: Availability: right after Internship completion 
Duration: 1 week. Receive coaching support for 4 weeks to complete the Career Course stage if you need more time 
Format: remote, self-paced
Conditions for successful completion: 
- Watching video guides& Submitting 3 mandatory assignments:
- Resume
- LinkedIn profile
- Video recording of your interview answers


Features: 
- Resume & Linkedin building guidelines  
- Interview preparation tips and self practice
- Updated market overview and job search strategies 
- Personal Career Coach support via email (if requested)
- JST onboarding and access 

Intensive 1:1 Career Coaching:
Availability: after Career Course completion 
Duration: 
1.  Intensive 1:1 Career Coaching is limited to one month, during which students have 5 sessions with their Career Coach and 3 attempts to pass the Final Mock Interview.
2. Job Search Support limited by 12 months of the support via Email or Linkedin. Students can request 1:1 sessions as well unlimited time regarding our Educational Terms. 
*Available only after the Final Interview completion 
3. Your career coach will guide you for another month after you start your new job.


Features: 
-  Resume & Linkedin session with expert review and feedback, building online presence 
-  Two Interview preparation sessions
- Final Interview video session with Interview Specialist (3 attempts)
-  Job Search strategy  session
- Unlimited Job Search guidance for up to 12 months regarding Educational Terms (*Available only after the Final Interview completion )
- Certificate of completion “Full professional training"
Job Search Tools Availability: after Career Course completion
Duration:  limited by 12 months
Get a job faster, accelerate and simplify your job search with Careerist.
* Personalized Job Matchmaking – new relevant vacancies in one place every day
* Your Career Coaching assistance – ask any questions during job search
* Job Search Tracking – easily track all your job applications
* LinkedIn Easy Apply Integrator – apply to LinkedIn jobs automatically

Money back guarantee    
Because Careerist is fully committed to your success, we now offer a 100% money back guarantee if you don’t land a job in tech within 1 year of graduation. 
Read the complete terms and conditions here: https://www.careerist.com/legal/guarantee   

🟢Available for Upfront, Split and DPP payment options
⛔️Not available for Loan payment options and those who are not legally authorized to work in US

Eligibility requirements (include but not limited to):
* Complete all training modules on time
* Submit all projects and assignments by the deadline
* Follow our Job Search instructions

Certificate: 3 certificates 
1st: after the training part
2nd: after an internship 
3rd: certificate of completion - after successfully passing a mock interview
Placement rate 
90% of those that follow our instructions get the job in 2-6 months*

Conditions:
- Watch the lessons
- Do assignments /  quizes
- Complete an internship
- Work with your career coach
- Use only approved resume and LinkedIn by the Career Coach
- Successfully complete the Final Mock Interview
- Actively apply for jobs
- Follow job search instructions for 4- 6 months
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*the 10% that don't have English/visa/stress/confidence problem

Communication Platforms:
During the lessons, students will be able to communicate with the teacher via Zoom
Beyond the lessons, you will able to communicate with your fellow students and the tech mentors
During the internship, it's also gonna be mostly messenger and emails                               
During the career coaching, you will communicate with your career coach via phone calls and emails
After graduation, you will be added to the graduates' community where you can find a lot of alumni insights, discuss job search, and so on. 
We have 1k+ alumni there and sometimes even organize graduates' meetings with our instructors!

Teachers/Instructors availability : During the live lessons instructors will answer the relevant questions
Support team availability : Answers in 24 hours  support@careerist.com
Career coach availability : Answer in 72 hours 
Support emails:
support@careerist.com
hassaan@careerist.com
Technical details: lesson recordings available
Inquiry response: support team within 24h, mentors within 72h communication via: zoom, Slack, email, phone

Non-US Clients can still buy the program and get the Following:
☑️ Education/Learning
☑️ Internship
☑️ Career Coaching Guidance 
(NOTE: No Job Search Tools & No Money-Back Guarantee for Non-US Clients)
For Canadian clients, they get JST but No-Money-Back-Guarantee.