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.

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Development, Integrated Development Environments, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital pedagogy, Computer Programming, Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, User Interface (UI), IT Automation, Interactive Design, File I/O, Programming Principles, Debugging, File Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Apple iOS, Android Development, UI Components, Web Development Tools
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Stormwater Management, Sustainable Technologies, Public Works, Civil Engineering, Sustainable Design, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Land Development, Mitigation, Case Studies, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Traffic Flow Optimization
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Target Audience, Blogs, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Web Content
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Instagram, Facebook, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Scheduling, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Dashboard, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, CI/CD, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Continuous Integration, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Continuous Delivery, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Database Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Editing, Virtual Environment, Simulations
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

AI Business School
Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Productivity, AI Personalization, Workflow Management, No-Code Development, Responsible AI, Risk Management, AI Orchestration, Large Language Modeling, AI Enablement, Self Service Technologies, ChatGPT, Training Programs, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Robotics, Automation, Embedded Software, Test Automation, Simulations, Systems Architecture, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Predictive Modeling, Safety Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months