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Software Engineering Courses

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.


Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


  • L

    LearnQuest

    Object-Oriented Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Software Development Methodologies, Distributed Computing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    China Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing, E-Commerce, Market Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    166 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Unilever

    Supply Chain Software Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Data Management, Data Lakes, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Business Technologies, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Problem Solving, Interviewing Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Energy and Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Engineering, Oil and Gas, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Physics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Proyecto de diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo en ambientes digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, System Implementation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    213 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Red Hat

    Foundations of Red Hat Cloud-native Development

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Docker (Software), Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Command-Line Interface

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    165 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Getting started with Augmented Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Image Analysis, 3D Assets, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Vision, Global Positioning Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Agile Software Development Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Requirements Analysis, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Development, Sprint Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Backlogs, User Story, Continuous Integration

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Analysis, Linux, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Public Policies, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Case Studies, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    MongoDB Inc.

    Introduction to MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Database Management, Databases, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Scalability, Application Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    108 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Crea equipos y trabaja en grupos con Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Collaborative Software, Canva (Software), Team Management, Design, User Accounts, Design Software, Content Creation, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    222 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Object-Oriented Programming Concepts: LearnQuest
  • China Strategy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Supply Chain Software Tools: Unilever
  • Energy and Environment: Dartmouth College
  • Proyecto de diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo en ambientes digitales: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Foundations of Red Hat Cloud-native Development: Red Hat
  • Getting started with Augmented Reality: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Agile Software Development Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets: Coursera
  • Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan

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