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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Raspberry Pi Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Electronics, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Communication Systems, Electronics Engineering, Remote Access Systems, Linux, Digital Communications, Restful API, Electrical Engineering, Web Applications, Telecommunications, Systems Of Measurement, Digital Signal Processing, Data Processing

    ★ 4.8 (104) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Prompt Engineering, Version Control, OpenAI API, Debugging, Google Gemini, Flask (Web Framework), Software Design Patterns, Git (Version Control System), GitLab, Responsible AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), GitHub, Collaborative Software, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Flutter and Dart: Developing iOS, Android, and Mobile Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Mobile Development Tools, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Android Development, Other Mobile Programming Languages, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Development, UI Components, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Debugging, Software Development

    ★ 4.4 (170) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Mobile Development Tools, Test Tools, Performance Stress Testing, Test Planning, Frontend Performance

    ★ 3.7 (111) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

    ★ 4.7 (179) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Codio

    Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Data Integrity, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    ★ 4.8 (235) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

    ★ 4.8 (212) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Environmental Issue, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Plant Operations and Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Radiation Protection, Sustainable Engineering, Physics, Natural Resource Management, Behavioral Economics, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.7 (223) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Cinematography, Media Production, Visual Storytelling, Oral Expression, Editing, Data Import/Export, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Scripting, Design Elements And Principles, Timelines

    ★ 4.6 (146) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Getting started with Microsoft Office 365

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Productivity Software, Microsoft Word, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Collaborative Software, Email Automation, Calendar Management, Workflow Management, Document Management, Microsoft Excel, User Accounts

    ★ 4.4 (316) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Marketing and Customer Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Personalized Campaigns, AI Personalization, Keyword Research, Big Data, Performance marketing, Data Visualization, Risking, Marketing Analytics, Customer experience improvement, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Collaborative Software, Email Marketing, Marketing Automation, Social Media Marketing, Campaign Management, Predictive Analytics

    ★ 4.6 (224) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Ideation, Generative AI, User Centered Design, Design and Product, Data Ethics, Experience Design, Innovation, User Research, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, AI literacy, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Critical Thinking, Business Consulting, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.7 (318) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Raspberry Pi Projects: Johns Hopkins University
  • Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices: Coursera
  • Flutter and Dart: Developing iOS, Android, and Mobile Apps: IBM
  • Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium: University of Minnesota
  • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
  • Cyber Security – Technology and Governance: University of London
  • Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting started with Microsoft Office 365: Coursera

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