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Software Engineering Courses

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


  • D

    Duke University

    Space Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Physics, Biology, Engineering

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    681 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Application Development, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Storyboarding

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Requirements Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Requirements Management, Technical Writing, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Requirements, Technical Communication, Functional Requirement, Business Writing, Engineering Documentation, Editing, System Requirements, Project Documentation, Verification And Validation, Systems Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    356 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Custom Models, Layers, and Loss Functions with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Cloudera

    Foundations for Big Data Analysis with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Business Marketing Brand Kit Using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Branding, Marketing Materials, Brand Management, Organizational Skills, Marketing, File Management, Graphic Design, Business, Digital Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    929 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Distributed Computing, Python Programming, Mechanics, Vibrations, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    391 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Competitive Intelligence, Business Technologies, Quality Control

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    832 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Unlock Business Insights with Microsoft Excel and Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Data Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Copilot, Spreadsheet Software, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Processing, Data Collection, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Metrics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    786 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Software Testing, Program Development, Simulations, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Development Environment, C (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    827 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Design and Make Infographics (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Mapping, Graphic Design, Typography, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, Color Theory

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    960 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Gap Analysis, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    595 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Space Medicine: Duke University
  • Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development: Meta
  • Requirements Writing: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Custom Models, Layers, and Loss Functions with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • Foundations for Big Data Analysis with SQL: Cloudera
  • Create a Business Marketing Brand Kit Using Canva: Coursera
  • Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Unlock Business Insights with Microsoft Excel and Power BI: Microsoft
  • Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C: Duke University

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