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.

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Cryptography, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.8 (339) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Anomaly Detection, Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Natural Language Processing, AI literacy, Machine Learning
★ 4.5 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Computer Vision, File I/O, Automation, Digital Signal Processing, Anomaly Detection, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Engineering Practices, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Mathematical Software, Data Preprocessing, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, File Management, Data Store
★ 4.7 (253) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Graphing, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry
★ 4.7 (305) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Life Sciences, Climate Change Programs, Water Quality, Pollution Prevention, Physical Science, Systems Thinking, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry
★ 4.7 (346) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data
★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Application Development, Python Programming, Internet Of Things, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Software, Development Environment
★ 4.7 (308) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Project Management, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance
★ 4.7 (307) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, SQL, Pivot Tables And Charts, PostgreSQL
★ 4.4 (1.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Scalability, Load Balancing, Cloud Infrastructure, Containerization, Data Persistence, YAML, Data Storage, Authorization (Computing), General Networking, Network Security, Encryption
★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Google Gemini, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Workspace, Google Cloud Platform, Gemini, Generative Model Architectures, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, AI Security, Agentic Workflows, AI literacy, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Collaboration
★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Technical Communication, Data Quality, Data Validation, Python Programming
★ 4.7 (905) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months