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QA engineer Course: From Zero to Hired
QA engineer Course From Zero to Hired
Perfect for newbies
90%
of our students start with no technical background
Course updated in 2025
100%
industry-relevant curriculum built to meet employer expectations
4,500+ employed Mate academy grads
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QA engineer: Salary
$1,755
+22%YoY salary growth. Source: DOU
Did you know?
Every time you use a website or app, you benefit from the work of QA engineers. They test and ensure software quality, identify and fix bugs, and improve overall performance. Additionally, they create test plans and automate testing processes. Impressive, right?
Employment in focus
We share the same goal — get you hired. With 20% theory and 80% practical tasks, we make it happen.
Market experts as your mentors
Mentors help you learn new topics, review your tasks, point out mistakes, and do live Q&A sessions.
Platform that has it all
Learn through tutorials, interactive tasks, AI quizzes, and group projects — all in one place.
Your perks in every course
Job Referrals
Get access to job openings from our partners before they hit the market.
English lessons
Gain skills to pass interviews and bond with your team.
Job search tips
Craft cover letters and resumes that land interviews.
AI skills module
Learn to talk to AI —and get better, more helpful answers.
Mock interviews
Practice for real-world interviews and build your confidence.
*You can buy English lessons separately.
FORMAT COMPARISON
Which studying format suits you?
Weekdays, 9 am - 6 pm
In your free time
9-6 pm, Mon-Fri
Study at your own pace
Pay after you get a tech job
Get refunded if no tech job
This might be your CV
Marta K.
QA engineer
Skills
- Know how to analyze and write SQL queries
- Understand QA fundamentals and testing methodologies
- Can create and execute test plans and test cases
- Proficient in using Git for version control and terminal commands
- Have experience with JavaScript for testing and automation
- Can design and implement HTML and CSS for test environments
- Can test web and mobile applications effectively
- Know how to work with different testing environments
Technologies
90%
of Mate grads entered the tech field for the first time
What's covered
Course roadmap
QA Basics
5 topic
GenAI Essentials
6 topic
Learn how to use GenAI responsibly and effectively.
Topics
- How GenAI Works
- Limitations of GenAI
- Prompting
- Responsible Use
- GenAI for Learning and Work
- How to Keep Up With AI
Course Fundamentals
2 topic
We want you to join the other modules of the course more prepared. Familiarizing yourself with the theory and completing the following assignments will not only increase your productivity during the course but also, in the long run, enhance your chances of securing a job in a better company with a higher salary
Topics
- UI elements guide
- Course Fundamentals
SQL Basics
11 topic
Semantically speaking, SQL closely resembles English, so you are in for a swift acquisition. We'll learn to use it with databases, to group, filter, sort and source data at wish.
Topics
- Introduction to SQL
- SELECT Statement
- WHERE Clause
- NULL Value, LIKE, BETWEEN, and IN Operators
- ORDER BY, LIMIT, DISTINCT Clauses
- Aliases
- Aggregate Functions
- GROUP BY Clause
- JOIN Clause
- Functions
- HAVING Clause
QA Theory
13 topic
A thorough introduction to QA, and a giant module. Let's get you acquainted with test plans, types, cases and design, software development and testing lifecycles... among other things 🤐
Topics
- What is QA
- Testing Types
- What is a Bug Report
- Bug Reports in details
- Decomposition
- Test Cases
- Test Design Techniques
- Test Checklist
- Software Development Life Cycle
- Software Testing Life Cycle
- Test Plan
- Requirements
- TestRail & Jira
Git and Terminal
5 topic
Terminal is an important tool for any developer, so it's high time for you to exercise basic commands! You'll start using a Git version control system, too.
Topics
- Environment Setup
- Command Line Basics
- Git Basics
- Working With Branches
- Working With Remote Repo (GitHub)
Git and Terminal — Practice
1 topic
Pursuing practice is something worth envying. So, without further ado — let's practice Git and Terminal.
Topics
- Git and Terminal
JavaScript Basics
14 topic
Discover the programming language best suited for beginners. We'll kick off with strings, functions, conditionals, loops, arrays and a few more!
Topics
- Introduction
- Your First JavaScript Program
- Main Concepts
- Numbers
- Strings
- Boolean
- Functions
- Conditional Operators
- Arrays
- Loops
- String Iteration
- Strings Methods
- Working With Arrays
- Get Ready for the Interview
HTML + CSS Basics
16 topic
Next up: introduction to HTML and CSS. Find your way around fonts, semantics, responsiveness, selectors and specificity, media queries, links, and forms.
Topics
- HTML Basics
- Environment Setup
- CSS Basics
- Colors and Fonts
- Box Model Basics
- Semantic Basics
- Responsiveness Basics
- CSS Selectors
- Pseudo-Elements and Pseudo-Classes
- Specificity
- Links and URLs
- Images
- Media Queries
- Forms
- Position
- Extra Topics
JavaScript Basics Extended
10 topic
On the basics stage we omitted a fascinating, but demanding concept: objects. We'll introduce you to them now, though not only — JavaScript still has a few aces up its sleeve!
Topics
- Code Style
- Working With Numbers
- Loops in Details
- Working With Strings
- Functions Revisited
- Switch
- Type Conversion
- Logical Operators
- Object Basics
- Extended Extra
How the Web Works
6 topic
We interact with the Internet day by day, and yet, few know how it all works. If you don't, either — we've got your back. We'll explore the OSI model, HTTP, encryption, APIs and security issues.
Topics
- Introduction to the Web
- OSI Model
- HTTP
- API Interface
- Encryption
- Security in the Web
Testing Web Applications
3 topic
Every platform has its own characteristic, and this should be reflected in QA processes. To address this, you'll learn testing web applications — and understand what's so *web* about them.
Topics
- Browser DevTools
- Web Theory and Postman Basics
- Postman Advanced
Mobile testing
4 topic
Mobile as in smartphones, as in tablets, or as in smartwatches? Well... all of them, and all sport apps that require testing, just like web apps do. So: let's familiarize ourselves with the process.
Topics
- Mobile testing theory
- Guidelines
- Mobile testing activities
- Emulators and Tools
Communication and Stress Management
7 topic
This module is designed to enhance your communication skills and overall soft skills. You’ll learn how to communicate effectively, feel confident during job interviews and public speaking, master techniques to manage stress, and much more. The best part? The module includes 28 practical tasks that will significantly boost your skills and help you see noticeable progress.
Topics
- Introduction to Communication & Stress Management
- Confidence Building and Stress Management
- Diction, Filler Words Reduction, and Body Language
- Public Speaking
- Job Interview
- Written Communication
- Social Media Communication Skills Development
Working With Infrastructure
3 topic
What is a testing environment, and how many of them exist? How to set up a local server, and connect it to a database? Difficult questions, but we ain't afraid of addressing them - let's roll!
Topics
- Working Environments
- SQL
- Practice
QA Ethics
2 topic
Just a step away from employment, but a key step indeed. You'll learn how to conduct yourself on a tech interview and communicate with your future team.
Topics
- Interview Questions
- QA Ethics
Team Project
7 topic
In 4 weeks, you will create a product from scratch in teams with colleagues from other areas, following Scrum methodology, and present the results to your mates. In the end, you will have another project to add to your resume and gain invaluable real-world experience
Topics
- Week 0: Team Project. Intro
- Week 1: Jira Environment
- Week 2: Status Check
- Week 3: Estimates
- Week 4: How to Demo Your Work
- Team Project for Employment
- Final Week: Retrospective
Employment
8 topic
Ready to enter the tech market? Well... we'll get you ready — with a great resume, cover letter, a LinkedIn profile and mock interviews. Recruiters are in for a true discovery!
Topics
- Employment Roadmap
- Preparing Your Resume
- Interview Preparation
- Cover Letter Preparation
- Google, LinkedIn, DOU, Djinni
- How to Find and Apply for Vacancies
- Job Search Tips: Talking to Recruiters
- Work details FAQ
Playwright Test Automation Core
11 topic
This module introduces the basics of web UI test automation using the Playwright tool. You will understand what test automation is and begin to create simple automated tests for web pages.
Topics
- Automated Testing Introduction
- Playwright Tool Introduction
- Run the First Test
- The Basic Page Interaction Methods
- Built-in Locators
- Assertions
- Custom Locators
- Test Organization
- Page Object Model
- Test Execution Configuration
- Module Recap and Next Steps
Career Development
7 topic
Landing a first job is quite an achievement, but you can't rest on your laurels! Here, we'll get familiar with career development strategies, identify key areas for personal development and equip you a few relevant tools.
Topics
- Mastering Your Probation Period
- PDP and Career Plans
- Salary Review Strategies
- Recruiter Outreach
- How to Find a New Job?
- How to Talk About Your Previous Work Experience?
- Career Knowledge Base
Desktop Application Testing on macOS
12 topic
Цей модуль охоплює особливості екосистеми macOS, інструменти для пошуку помилок і дебаггінгу, UI-тестування згідно з Apple Human Interface Guidelines, продуктову аналітику та автоматизоване тестування.
Topics
- Introduction
- Fundamentals of macOS
- Version History of macOS
- Basics of Testing Apps on macOS
- Process and Memory Management
- Daemons and Agents
- Permissions in macOS
- Sandbox, System Integrity Protocol, Gatekeeper
- Network Utilities and Diagnostics
- Testing GUI & UX
- Product Analytics Testing
- Introduction to Test Automation for macOS Apps
JavaScript Testing
6 topic
Every code has to be tested, and the more code there is, the more test volume there is. Unless we automate it! And we'll happily teach you to do so.
Topics
- Introduction to Javascript Automated Testing
- Unit Testing
- TDD Basics
- Mock Basics
- Advanced Mocks
- Cypress
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Topics
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Projects
From zero to hired
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Faq
Have some more questions? We have the answers.
How do full-time and flexible formats differ?
In the full-time schedule, you study online from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday. You’ll attend webinars, do practical tasks, and get help from mentors. There are group video calls four times a week in the afternoon. This intense schedule is not good if you want to work at the same time.
The flexible schedule lets you learn at your own pace. You decide when and how many hours to study. Mentors are available to help you, and you can chat and join video calls with classmates. Plus, you get lifetime access to the course, so you can learn whenever you want.
Can I fit studying at Mate with other activities?
In the flexible format, you can balance your studies with work or school. You set your own pace and receive support from our mentors throughout the course.
In the full-time format, it’s hard to combine studies with work or school due to its intensity. You’ll need to fully commit, studying from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday.
Will I get a certificate upon completion?
Sure! After finishing our course, you'll get a certificate. More than 4,500 of our graduates use it to show their skills on LinkedIn and other social media. But our main focus is helping you find a job, and we'll do everything we can to support you in that.
How do I choose a profession?
Do I need math or tech background to enroll?
No, you don’t need math or a technical background to enroll. In fact, 9 out of 10 Mate students come from non-technical backgrounds. Our job is to teach you the skills you need and help you land a job in tech.
How do I enroll?
To enroll in the full-time course, start by filling out an application and taking a short logic test with 15 questions. If your English level is below Pre-intermediate, we'll ask you to make a short video about yourself. Once we check that your English is good enough for learning, you can move on with your enrollment and set up an interview with our manager.
For the flexible course, just send an application. Our manager will reach out to explain the course details and help you pick the best option. You’ll get access to the course right after you pay.
Are there any age limits for this course?
You can apply for the full-time course starting at age 16 with your parents' permission. For the flexible course, you can begin if you’re at least 15 years old.
The employment guarantee applies if you reach the legal working age in your country by the time you finish the course.
How are you so sure that l'll find a job?
For over 10 years, we’ve been helping people kickstart their tech careers — and we’ve gotten pretty good at it.
Our courses are built around what companies actually want, with tons of hands-on practice to get you job-ready. And you’re never on your own — we’ll guide you every step of the way, from polishing your resume to nailing your interviews.
The best part? 80% of our grads land a tech job just a few months after finishing the course.
How does money-back guarantee work?
For full-time graduates, you only start paying for your education after finding a tech job. The payment is 12% of your net salary for 36 months. If you don’t get a job, you pay nothing.
If you finish the flexible course, actively search for a job with our support for 16 weeks, and don't receive any offers, you can get a full refund.
What's the schedule on full-time?
The full-time schedule combines theory lessons, practice, and Q&A sessions:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM — Algorithms 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM — Theory 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Break 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM — Practice 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM — Q&A session 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM — Practice 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM — Q&A session
What jobs can I get after finishing the course?
Graduates of the QA engineer course often land their first jobs in positions such as QA manual testers, QA automation testers, and engineers.