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.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Model Optimization, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Market Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Performance Testing, Customer Insights, Good Manufacturing Practices, Supply Management, Value Engineering, Process Optimization, Quality Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Finite Element Methods, Simulations, Model Optimization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Data Mapping, Building Information Modeling, Global Positioning Systems, Network Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Import/Export, Software Installation, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Business Planning, Marketing Planning, Product Planning, Video Production, Strategic Marketing, Business Consulting, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Consulting, Product Promotion, Presentations, Constructive Feedback, Market Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Software, Databases, Database Application, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, SQL, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, MySQL, Statistical Analysis, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Hugging Face, Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Computing, Model Training, Machine Learning Software, Transfer Learning, GitHub
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Azure DevOps, Restful API, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Microservices, Containerization, DevOps, ASP.NET, CI/CD, .NET Framework, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, Web Services, Continuous Delivery, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Test Automation, Application Deployment, Development Testing
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Scientific Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Brainstorming, Ideation, Project Schedules, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Action Oriented, User Centered Design, Teamwork, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Oriented
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Developing Training Materials, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Classroom Management, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks