Embedded systems courses can help you learn programming languages like C and C++, real-time operating systems, hardware interfacing, and system design principles. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing performance, and integrating sensors and actuators into devices. Many courses introduce tools such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, which are commonly used for prototyping, along with simulation software that aids in testing and validating system behavior.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Automation Engineering, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering
★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Electrical Systems, Cybersecurity, Program Development, Automation, Electronics, Sustainable Technologies, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Internet Of Things, Software Development
★ 4.5 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Systems, Memory Management, Integrated Development Environments, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, C and C++, Software Development Tools, System Programming, Eclipse (Software), Build Tools, Programming Principles, Data Storage
★ 4.8 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Cloud Platforms, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Telecommunications, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Digital Communications, Wireless Networks
★ 4.5 (127) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Data Collection, Model Deployment, Convolutional Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Model Optimization, Computer Programming
★ 4.8 (753) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Debugging, Development Environment, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Integrated Development Environments
★ 4.6 (49) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms
★ 4.9 (39K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Awareness, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Endpoint Detection and Response, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Web Presence, Python Programming, SQL
★ 4.8 (66K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Model Training, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Python Programming
★ 4.8 (164) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Agile Software Development, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, System Programming, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Application Deployment, Operating Systems, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Build Tools
★ 4.7 (20) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Schematic Diagrams, Hardware Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Design Software, Software Development Tools, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Design
★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Verification And Validation, UI/UX Research, UI/UX Strategy, Internet Of Things, API Design, User Interface (UI), Embedded Software, Amazon Web Services, Interactive Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping, Software Development
★ 4.5 (148) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months