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.

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Java Programming, Computer Hardware, Scalability
★ 4.7 (786) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Programming, Cybersecurity, Real Time Data, Web Services, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Communication Systems, Systems Design
★ 4.3 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Video Editing, Content Scheduling, Content Performance Analysis, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Content, Canva (Software), Content Optimization, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Paid media, Graphic and Visual Design, Driving engagement, Competitive Analysis, Content Strategy, Analytics, Visual Design, Marketing
★ 4.1 (774) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Robotics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra
★ 4.7 (841) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, User Interface (UI), Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Objective-C (Programming Language), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Data Structures, Application Development, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Test Case, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping
★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Embedded Systems, Memory Management, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding, Scalability, Data Sharing, OS Process Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Application Design, Application Development
★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Software Testing, Program Development, Test Planning, Simulations, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Build Tools
★ 4.3 (834) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, UI/UX Strategy, New Product Development, Product Management, Customer Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Quality Assurance and Control, Technology Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Data Analysis
★ 4.5 (426) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Risking, AI literacy
★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Data Structures, Test Automation, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Test Tools, Test Case, Software Testing
★ 4.6 (732) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, OpenAI API, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Documentation
★ 4.6 (465) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months