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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, LLM Application, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Databases, Software Testing, Application Design, Technical Documentation, Generative AI, AI Integrations, AI Enablement, Software Design, Code Review, Dependency Analysis, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 851 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (851) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Anthropic

    Claude Code in Action

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Generative AI Agents, Verification And Validation, Automation, Software Development, Context Management, Package and Software Management, Authorization (Computing), Software Engineering, Security Controls

    4.3 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (81) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Mastering the Software Engineering Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Communication, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Data Structures

    4.6 stars, 555 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (555) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Algorithms, Performance Testing, File I/O, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.6 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Python Programming, Software Documentation, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming

    4.2 stars, 1.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (1.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, OpenAI API, Embeddings, Image Analysis, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, OpenAI, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Cloud Deployment, Memory Management, Hugging Face, Generative AI, Application Deployment, AI powered creativity, Vector Databases, Software Engineering

    4.5 stars, 446 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (446) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Introductory C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, File I/O, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Simulations, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Software Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Problem Solving, Software Design

    4.6 stars, 7.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (7.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dr. Ryan Ahmed

    Building Apps and AI Agents with Claude Code

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, Anthropic Claude, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Context Engineering, Full-Stack Web Development, Generative AI Agents, Gemini, Tool Calling, AI Integrations, Agentic systems, Development Environment, Software Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Responsible AI, Database Management, Software Engineering, Software Design, Combinatorics, Requirements Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Database Software, Database Development, Software Architecture, Unsupervised Learning, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Application, Graph Theory, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Project Scoping, Algorithms, Computer Science

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Engineering Management

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Goal Setting, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Technical Management, Smart Goals, API Design, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Recruitment, Program Management, Team Performance Management, Software Engineering, Microservices, Employee Retention, Employee Coaching, Leadership and Management, Software Development Methodologies, Communication

    4.6 stars, 105 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (105) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Vibe Coding Essentials - Build Apps with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Vibe coding, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Web Design and Development, GitHub, Context Management, Agentic Workflows, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Web Development, Generative AI, Software Engineering

    4.4 stars, 416 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (416) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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