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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


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    Codio

    Software Engineering Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), CI/CD, Model View Controller, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Integration, Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Ansible, Software Testing, OAuth, Web Development Tools, Behavior-Driven Development, Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), Authentications, Test Driven Development (TDD), Package and Software Management, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Software Design Documents, Software Design, LLM Application, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Software Architecture, Agentic Workflows, Continuous Integration, Model Evaluation, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Security, Software Engineering, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Application Development, Follow Through, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Back-End Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Mastering the Software Engineering Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Adaptability, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Data Structures

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    555 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Vibe coding, Databases, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Technical Documentation, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    841 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    C# Fundamentals Programming Basics & Object-Oriented Design

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Maintainability, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Microsoft Development Tools, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Engineering, Software Design, Programming Principles, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, ASP.NET, Application Deployment, Web Development, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Agile Software Development Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Product Development, Requirements Analysis, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Engineering, Software Development, Sprint Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Requirements Elicitation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Software Quality Assurance and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Acceptance Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Test Planning, Unit Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Software Engineering, Agile Methodology, Software Documentation, Information Assurance, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Kanban Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Introduction to Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Debugging, File I/O, Scripting, Python Programming, Web Applications, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, IT Automation, Web Development, Application Development, Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Code Review, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Management, Database Software, Artificial Intelligence, Graph Theory, Software Engineering, Database Development, Java Programming, Requirements Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Database Architecture and Administration, Statistical Methods, NoSQL, Computational Logic, Software Design, Data Structures, Algorithms, Administration, Computer Science, Performance Measurement

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Vanderbilt University

    Build Apps with AI — From Idea to Working Product

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Software, Software Engineering, Application Design, Prompt Engineering, Systems Engineering, Generative AI Agents, No-Code Development, Application Development, LLM Application, Product Requirements, Development Testing, AI Workflows, AI literacy, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Generative AI, ChatGPT

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Information Systems Development

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Business Process Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Process, Process Modeling, Prototyping, Systems Analysis, Business Requirements, Process Management, Feasibility Studies, Business Process Improvement, Information Systems, Systems Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Project Management, System Design and Implementation, Software Development Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
  • Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Mastering the Software Engineering Interview: University of California San Diego
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • C# Fundamentals Programming Basics & Object-Oriented Design: Packt
  • Agile Software Development Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Software Quality Assurance and Testing: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Python for Beginners: SkillsBooster Academy
  • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University

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