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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


  • I

    IBM

    AI Foundations for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning Methods, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, IBM Cloud, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Multimodal Prompts, AI Workflows, Application Deployment, Machine Learning Software, Business Workflow Analysis, Workflow Management, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science

    4.7 stars, 37K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (37K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Full Stack Software Developer Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, Cloud Deployment, DevOps, Full-Stack Web Development, OpenShift, Version Control, Cloud Development, CI/CD, Application Frameworks, Software Development, Continuous Integration, Cloud-Native Computing, Web Applications, Microservices, Continuous Delivery

    4.7 stars, 297 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (297) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Professional Development, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Teamwork, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Python for Data Science, AI & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy, Scripting, Data Collection, Data Analysis

    4.6 stars, 44K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (44K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, R (Software), Regression Analysis, Leaflet (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, GitHub

    4.5 stars, 51K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (51K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Linux Foundation

    Linux Tools for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, grep, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, Scripting, Software Development Tools, File Management, Build Tools, Unix, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming, Operating Systems

    4.6 stars, 735 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (735) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Stakeholder Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Analysis, Expectation Management, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

    4.7 stars, 35K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (35K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Database Design, Ggplot2, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Statistical Visualization, Data Collection, Interactive Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, R (Software), Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

    4.7 stars, 32K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (32K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Embedded Linux Development

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Agile Software Development, Linux, Software Testing, Development Testing, Linux Administration, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, System Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, File Systems, Shell Script, Debugging

    4.4 stars, 183 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (183) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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

    4.7 stars, 31K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (31K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science: Foundations using R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Data Processing, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Programming, Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, Knitr, Data Sharing, GitHub, Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 48K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (48K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Crash Course on Python

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Data Store, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Computational Logic, Development Environment

    4.8 stars, 41K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (41K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software courses

  • AI Foundations for Everyone: IBM
  • Full Stack Software Developer Assessment: IBM
  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Linux Tools for Developers: The Linux Foundation
  • Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions: Google
  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • Advanced Embedded Linux Development: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM

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