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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


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Modeling of Autonomous Systems

    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

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Relational Database Implementation and Applications

    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

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Data Analytics for Digital Transformation

    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

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Encouraging Student Collaboration with Padlet

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Product Fundamentals em Português Brasileiro

    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Air Conditioning Equipment Selection, Design and Sizing

    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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automation for Everyone: Tech Benefits Unleashed

    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks

    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

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert

    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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Warehousing Capstone Project

    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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build Your First GUI App With Java

    Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    SkillUp

    UI/UX Wireframing and Prototyping with Figma

    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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Modeling of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Relational Database Implementation and Applications: Illinois Tech
  • Data Analytics for Digital Transformation: Dartmouth College
  • Encouraging Student Collaboration with Padlet: Coursera
  • Google Cloud Product Fundamentals em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • Air Conditioning Equipment Selection, Design and Sizing: L&T EduTech
  • Automation for Everyone: Tech Benefits Unleashed: Coursera
  • Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks: Packt
  • Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert: Packt
  • Data Warehousing Capstone Project: IBM

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