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Software engineering courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, software development methodologies, version control systems, and testing practices. You can build skills in code optimization, debugging, and collaborative project management. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, Docker for containerization, and integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, which enhance your ability to develop, test, and deploy software efficiently.


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Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Competitive Intelligence, Usability, Persona Development, Microsoft Copilot, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Design Thinking, Product Roadmaps, User Interface (UI) Design, Market Opportunities, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Governance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Reliability, Software Systems, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Control Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Debugging, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Linux, System Programming, Code Review, Systems Engineering, Real Time Data

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Machine Controls, Automation, Robotics, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Data Mapping, Predictive Modeling, Spatial Data Analysis, Control Systems, Estimation, Applied Mathematics

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    486 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Fractal Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, Storyboarding, SQL, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    512 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    People, Technology and the Future of Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Electric Power Systems, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Emerging Technologies, Transportation Operations, Health Equity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Climate Change Mitigation, Safety and Security, Artificial Intelligence, Infrastructure Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    667 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Strategic Sales Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Process, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Case Studies, Sales, Business Planning, Conflict Management, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Market Intelligence, Product Planning, Competitive Intelligence, Business Marketing, Customer Relationship Building, Sales Development, Business Strategy

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    iOS App Development Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to create a Jira SCRUM project

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Workflow Management, Run Chart, Project Planning, Project Management, Prioritization, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Yonsei University

    International B2B (Business to Business) Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Marketing, B2B Sales, Global Marketing, Business-To-Consumer, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Channel, Customer Engagement, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Business Strategies, Product Marketing, Value Propositions, Innovation, Marketing Communications, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Team Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Employee Coaching, Project Management, Risk Management, Communication

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Getting Started - 1

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Debugging, Development Environment, Engineering Calculations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era: Microsoft
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Fractal Data Science: Fractal Analytics
  • People, Technology and the Future of Mobility : University of Michigan
  • Strategic Sales Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • iOS App Development Basics: University of Toronto
  • How to create a Jira SCRUM project: Coursera
  • International B2B (Business to Business) Marketing: Yonsei University
  • Scrum Master: SkillUp

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