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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


  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Owners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Product Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Stakeholder Engagement, Context Management, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Commercialization, Product Management, Google Gemini, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Responsible AI, Return On Investment, Product Development, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Sales Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentation, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Sales Pipelines, Sales Management, Lead Generation, Sales Prospecting, LinkedIn, B2B Sales, Prospecting and Qualification, Responsible AI, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Marketing Collateral

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
    I

    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Jupyter, Advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Derivatives

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Security Awareness, Digital Forensics, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Business Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, AI Security, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Communications, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Business Strategy, Machine Learning, Context Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Human Resources (HR) Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, HR Tech, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    I

    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Software Architecture, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google Advanced Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Tableau Software, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interviewing Skills, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Analyze Data to Answer Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Data Compilation, Pivot Tables And Charts, SQL, Data Integration, Data Transformation, User Feedback

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    I

    IBM

    IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, React Redux, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, Database Design, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Generative AI for Product Owners: IBM
  • Generative AI for Product Managers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Sales Professionals: IBM
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Generative AI for Business Analysts: IBM
  • Generative AI for Human Resources (HR) Professionals: IBM
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • Google Advanced Data Analytics: Google

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