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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Network Model, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Automation, Real-Time Operating Systems, Differential Equations, Safety Assurance, Verification And Validation
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Development, SQL, MySQL, Database Design, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Java, Data Structures, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Ethics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Advanced Analytics, Business Transformation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operations Research, Internet Of Things, Analytics, Cloud Computing, Business Analytics, Automation, Feature Engineering, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Process Optimization
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Cloud Management, Cost Management, Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Equipment Design, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Mechanical Design, Control Systems, Energy and Utilities, Safety Standards, Engineering Calculations, Materials science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Automation, No-Code Development, IT Automation, Business Process Automation, Self Service Technologies, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Digital Transformation, Process Optimization, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Test Script Development, Continuous Integration, Test Execution Engine, Test Tools, Automation, Scripting, Web Scraping, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Command-Line Interface, File I/O
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Package and Software Management, Blockchain, Development Environment, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Servers, Restful API, System Programming, Maintainability, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Software Design Patterns, Development Testing, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Peer Review, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Pipelines, Extract, Transform, Load, MySQL, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Analytics, Business Analytics, PostgreSQL, Shell Script, SQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Figma (Design Software), UI/UX Strategy, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Interactive Design, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, Style Guides, Web Development, Animations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months