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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

    Imperial College London

    Logistic Regression in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), Public Health, Data Preprocessing

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

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Wide Area Networks, Servers

    ★ 4.5 (295) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • A

    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Model, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Network Routing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (167) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Controls, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Web Applications, Wireless Networks

    ★ 4.6 (377) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

    Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Hardening, Data Storage, Data Security, Security Controls, Data Storage Technologies, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Information Assurance, Software Installation, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Information Systems Security, Data Management, Enterprise Security, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Computer Hardware

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

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  • I

    Intel

    An Introduction to Practical Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Fine-tuning, Image Analysis, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Model Training, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Scalability, Reinforcement Learning, Distributed Computing

    ★ 4.3 (150) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Red Hat

    Linux and Private Cloud Administration on IBM Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Private Cloud, Linux Administration, Package and Software Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Operating System Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, User Accounts, IBM Cloud, Unix Shell, File Management, OS Process Management, User Provisioning, Cloud Management, Virtualization, Cloud Computing

    ★ 4.7 (242) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • C

    Codio

    C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Maintainability

    ★ 4.7 (168) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Data Science Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (226) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Terraform for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, DevOps

    ★ 4.3 (197) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Hardware Design, Semiconductors, Electrical Systems, Schematic Diagrams, Diagram Design, Performance Testing, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations

    ★ 4.7 (146) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • P

    Peking University

    生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Algorithms, Data Analysis Software

    ★ 4.8 (189) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Logistic Regression in R for Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b: Illinois Tech
  • Networking Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Advanced System Security Topics: University of Colorado System
  • Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup: Microsoft
  • An Introduction to Practical Deep Learning: Intel
  • Linux and Private Cloud Administration on IBM Power Systems: Red Hat
  • C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
  • Data Science Challenge: Coursera
  • Terraform for absolute beginners: Coursera

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