Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Management, Network Architecture, Software Development Tools, Change Control
★ 4.6 (121) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Mental Concentration, Accountability, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Productivity, Personal Integrity, Growth Mindedness, Leadership Development, Time Management, Stress Management, Initiative and Leadership, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Cognitive flexibility, Goal Setting
★ 4.8 (128) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Data Transformation, Memory Management, Microbiology
★ 4.6 (61) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Psychology, Content Creation, Digital Communications, Music
★ 4.6 (137) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Analytics, Network Model, Business Intelligence, Information Management, Data Analysis, Asset Management, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Case Studies, Business Economics, Information Technology, Data Management, Intellectual Property, Innovation, Accounting
★ 4.6 (120) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Rust (Programming Language), Restful API, Cloud-Based Integration, Amazon Web Services, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Manipulation, System Programming, Cryptography, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Testing
★ 3.5 (67) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangGraph, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, Agentic Workflows, Hugging Face, OpenAI, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, AI Integrations, Application Development, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence
★ 4.4 (119) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Leadership Studies, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Leadership
★ 4.8 (190) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Anomaly Detection, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Algorithms
★ 4.6 (97) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments
★ 4 (143) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Gap Analysis, Requirements Management, Project Documentation, Functional Specification, Diagram Design, Needs Assessment, Data Visualization
★ 4.7 (105) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning, Digital Transformation, Digital Assets, Technology Strategies, Business Transformation, Internet Of Things, Simulation and Simulation Software, Emerging Technologies, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Trend Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business, Systems Integration, Case Studies
★ 4.6 (109) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks