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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Database with the Modeling Tool in MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Database Design, MySQL, Database Development, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, SQL, Data Modeling, Diagram Design, Query Languages, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.6 (62) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Deploy a website with Azure Virtual Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Development, Cloud Hosting, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Linux, Cloud Management, Linux Servers, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Node.JS, MongoDB

    ★ 4.6 (32) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create an E-book Cover Using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphics Software, Graphical Tools, Creative Design

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    SAP

    Requirements Gathering and Documentation

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, Business Analysis Tools, Acceptance Testing, Project Documentation, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Discussion Facilitation, Stakeholder Communications, Interviewing Skills

    ★ 4.6 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Digital Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing and Production, Robotics, Engineering Drawings, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Operations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Assembly Drawing, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Industrial Design, Autodesk, Product Engineering, Graphics Software, Production Process

    ★ 3.9 (16) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Dashboard Creation, Google Cloud Platform, Data Lakes, Real Time Data, PySpark, Dashboard, Apache Kafka, Tensorflow, Data Governance, Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Unstructured Data, Big Data, Operational Databases

    ★ 4.4 (58) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Concepts in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, MySQL, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Database Development, Relational Databases

    ★ 3.9 (29) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    How To Set Up Project Sites and Spaces with Confluence

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Project Documentation, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Content Management Systems, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Content Development and Management, Digital Publishing, Information Architecture, Data Management, Content Creation, Cloud Platforms

    ★ 4.2 (40) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Skillshare

    Blender for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Post-Production, Graphical Tools, Motion Graphics, File Management, Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), Creativity, Image Quality, Video Production, Software Installation, System Configuration

    ★ 4.2 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Software, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Data Processing, Anomaly Detection

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to R: Basic R syntax

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), R Programming, Computational Logic, Arithmetic, Statistical Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.5 (52) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • K

    KodeKloud

    Python for the Absolute Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Data Storage, Code Reusability, Program Development, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.4 (32) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Create a Database with the Modeling Tool in MySQL Workbench: Coursera
  • Deploy a website with Azure Virtual Machines: Microsoft
  • Create an E-book Cover Using Canva: Coursera
  • Requirements Gathering and Documentation: SAP
  • Digital Manufacturing: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
  • Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
  • Concepts in SQL: Coursera
  • How To Set Up Project Sites and Spaces with Confluence: Coursera
  • Blender for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Foundations of Machine Learning: Coursera

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