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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.


Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    Google

    Prepare Data for Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Security, Google Sheets, Databases, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Collection, SQL, Data Import/Export, Metadata Management, Unstructured Data

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Web Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Back-End Web Development, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), SQL, Database Design, Databases, Front-End Web Development, Database Administration, MySQL, Debugging, Web Development, Web Servers, Pseudocode, Computer Programming, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Database Design, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Responsible AI, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Machine Learning, Context Management

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI Agents, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, AI Workflows, Data Synthesis, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Software Systems, Wireless Networks, System Design and Implementation, Network Architecture

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Tools for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, R Programming, Data Analysis Software, Computer Programming Tools, GitHub, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), Cloud Platforms, Application Programming Interface (API), Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Python Programming, Open Source Technology

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    BI Foundations with SQL, ETL and Data Warehousing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Linux Commands, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, IBM DB2, Data Visualization, Dashboard, File Management, Star Schema, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Linux, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases, Query Languages

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization, Database Design, Presentations, Descriptive Statistics, IBM DB2, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Tableau Software, Relational Databases, Interactive Data Visualization, IBM Cognos Analytics, Microsoft SQL Servers, Regression Analysis, MySQL, Star Schema, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Software Design, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Software Architecture, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning Methods, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Application Design, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Cleansing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Prepare Data for Exploration: Google
  • Meta Web Development Fundamentals: Meta
  • Generative AI for Data Engineers: IBM
  • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM
  • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
  • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Tools for Data Science: IBM
  • BI Foundations with SQL, ETL and Data Warehousing: IBM
  • IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst: IBM
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI): IBM

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