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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


  • S

    Simplilearn

    AI-Powered Software Development Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, AI Security, GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Legal Risk, Requirements Analysis, Test Tools, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture

    ★ 4.3 (67) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Basics

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), File I/O, Programming Principles, Procedure Development, Program Development, Data Structures, Computational Logic, Editing, Records Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Diversity Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Creativity, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Employee Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Coaching, Innovation, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

    ★ 4.7 (168) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Control Systems, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus

    ★ 4.8 (134) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    E-Business: Negocios Online

    Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, E-Commerce, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Digital Brand Strategy, Business Strategy, Social Media Strategy, New Business Development, Google Ads, Advertising, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Email Marketing, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization, Business Transformation, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

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

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Business Process Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Business Workflow Analysis, Process Modeling, Workflow Management, Process Improvement, Diagram Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Process Management, Business Process Management, Business Analysis, Service Design, System Design and Implementation, Business Management, Dataflow, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, System Support, Computer Security Awareness Training, End User Training and Support, Network Support, Cloud Storage, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, General Networking, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management

    ★ 4.8 (186) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Analítica de Datos en Finanzas​

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Portfolio Management, Advanced Analytics, Financial Data, Investments, Financial Forecasting, Financial Trading, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Analytics, Portfolio Risk, Predictive Analytics, Capital Markets, Performance Measurement, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Market Trend

    ★ 4.7 (228) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • F

    Fudan University

    基于Unity引擎的游戏开发基础

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development Tools, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Animations, C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Graphic Techniques, Scripting

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Software Project Planning & Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Project Estimation, Database Development, Database Design, Scheduling, Oracle Databases, Stakeholder Engagement, Oracle SQL Developer, Scope Management, Relational Databases, Team Management, Cost Estimation, Database Application, SQL, Agile Project Management, Estimation, Project Planning, Software Engineering, Risk Management, Functional Requirement

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Recent Advances in Freeform Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Display Devices, Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Computer Displays, Manufacturing Processes, Emerging Technologies, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Reliability, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (116) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI-Powered Software Development Certification: Simplilearn
  • IBM COBOL Basics: IBM
  • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion: University of Colorado Boulder
  • E-Business: Negocios Online: Universidad de Palermo
  • Business Process Modelling: STARWEAVER
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone: IBM
  • Analítica de Datos en Finanzas​: Universidad de los Andes
  • 基于Unity引擎的游戏开发基础: Fudan University

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