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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


  • C

    Coursera

    HTML and CSS: Building a Single-Page Website

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Front-End Web Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    553 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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    Intel

    IntelĀ® Network Academy - Network Transformation 101

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architecture, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Engineering, Technical Services, Virtualization, Cloud Deployment, Digital Transformation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    497 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    507 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Java, Java Programming, AI Personalization, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    656 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming with Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Systems, File I/O, Embedded Software, Software Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Linux Servers, File Systems, System Programming, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    438 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    532 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    The Linux Foundation

    Linux Tools for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Scripting, Software Development Tools, File Management, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming, Java, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    734 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Database systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Database Architecture and Administration, Information Systems, Database Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Data Modeling, Scalability, Database Management Systems

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    697 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Tokyo

    Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    770 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    580 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Data Visualization, Performance Measurement, Data Warehousing, Operational Performance Management, MicroStrategy, Business Analytics, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Intelligence, Performance Analysis, Data Mart, Business Strategies, Business Reporting, Ad Hoc Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    651 reviews

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    T

    Tableau Learning Partner

    Introduction to Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Business Process, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Data Presentation, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    496 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • HTML and CSS: Building a Single-Page Website:Ā Coursera
  • IntelĀ® Network Academy - Network Transformation 101:Ā Intel
  • Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel:Ā Coursera
  • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System:Ā Duke University
  • C Programming with Linux:Ā Dartmouth College
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java:Ā LearnQuest
  • Linux Tools for Developers:Ā The Linux Foundation
  • Database systems:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan:Ā The University of Tokyo
  • How Computers Work:Ā University of London

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