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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, JSON, Web Applications, Web Development, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Web Services, Programming Principles, Prototyping, Network Protocols

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Arizona

    Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Methodologies, Team Motivation, Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Lean Manufacturing, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Quality Improvement, Team Management, Benchmarking, Motivational Skills, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Root Cause Analysis, Regression Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Artificial Intelligence Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Liberal Arts

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Cloud PM 1 of 3: Cloud Business and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Services, Amazon S3, Cloud Storage, Product Management, Scalability, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Activity Design with PhET Simulations for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, Design Strategies, Chemistry, Design, Physics, Biology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Red Hat

    Fundamentals of Containers, Kubernetes and OpenShift

    Skills you'll gain: OpenShift, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Persistence, CI/CD, YAML, Configuration Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Network Routing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Python for Beginners: Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Developing Applications with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Microservices, Containerization, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Matlab, Technical Design

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Video Game Development, Software Documentation, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Ideation, Usability Testing, Peer Review, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Building Your Own Database Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, AI Orchestration, Database Development, SQL, LLM Application, Query Languages, OpenAI API, Microsoft Azure, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    50 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps: Johns Hopkins University
  • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
  • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Exam Prep: SkillUp
  • Artificial Intelligence Essentials: University of Pennsylvania
  • Real-World Cloud PM 1 of 3: Cloud Business and Technology: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Activity Design with PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Containers, Kubernetes and OpenShift: Red Hat
  • Python for Beginners: Data Structures: Coursera
  • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder

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