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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.


Popular Software Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, Data Ethics, GitHub, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, AI literacy, Software Versioning, AI Integrations, Risking, Software Development Tools, Project Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

    Check Point Jump Start: Maestro Hyperscale Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Firewall, System Configuration, Security Management, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, Virtualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agent Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI powered creativity, Agentic Workflows, OpenAI API, LLM Application, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Generative AI, AI Workflows, AI literacy, OpenAI, Expense Management, Multimodal Prompts, AI Personalization, Software Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Wrangling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Big Data, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Apache Hadoop, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    31K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to CRM with HubSpot

    Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, Email Marketing, Business Software, Customer Communications Management, Sales Pipelines, Dashboard, Account Management, Data Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Sales Operations, Team Building

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Backlogs, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Registration, Risk Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Tecnología musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Digital Signal Processing, Music History, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Post-Production, Electronics, Digital Communications, Electronic Systems, Aesthetics, Hardware Design, Multimedia, Collaborative Software, Patch Management, Embedded Systems, System Configuration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    265 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    I
    I

    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Security Controls, System Configuration, Generative AI, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Desarrollo de software Agile

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Development Methodologies, Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Software Engineering, Continuous Integration, Acceptance Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    103 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Security Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Data Loss Prevention, Load Balancing, Prompt Engineering, Network Monitoring, Prompt Engineering Tools, Cloud Security, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Network Routing, DevSecOps, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Dashboard Creation

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    50K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, OSI Models, General Networking, Database Administration, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Infographics, Text Mining, Network Model, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Generative AI for Software Developers: Microsoft
  • Check Point Jump Start: Maestro Hyperscale Network Security: Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
  • AI Agent Developer: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
  • Introduction to CRM with HubSpot: Coursera
  • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
  • Tecnología musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: ISC2
  • Desarrollo de software Agile: University of Minnesota
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Security Engineer: Google Cloud

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