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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


  • C

    Codio

    Python Basics: Selection and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Codio

    Programming in Java: A Hands-on Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, File I/O, Build Tools, Data Import/Export, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Java Programming, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Data Structures, File Systems, Computer Programming, Web Services, File Management, Java, Computer Science

    ★ 4.5 (197) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Generative Model Architectures, Model Optimization, Prompt Engineering, Model Training, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library)

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 6: Capstone Project, Mobile Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Virtual Environment, Simulations, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Estimation

    ★ 4.9 (60) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Crea equipos y trabaja en grupos con Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Collaborative Software, Canva (Software), Team Management, Design, User Accounts, Design Software, Content Creation, Marketing

    ★ 4.8 (228) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Engineering

    ★ 4.8 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    SkillUp

    Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Product Planning, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Product Development, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Agile Product Development, Product Requirements, Business Planning, User Requirements Documents, Product Marketing, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Team Management, Marketing Planning, Market Research

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Cloud Systems Software

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Virtualization, Data Store, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Virtual Machines, Application Frameworks, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Management, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability

    ★ 4.6 (319) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    CentraleSupélec

    Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Business Transformation, Workforce Management, Digital Transformation, IT Service Management, Technology Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Managed Services, Operational Efficiency, Information Technology, Product Strategy, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Management, Cost Management

    ★ 4.3 (152) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Managing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, System Monitoring, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, File Systems, User Accounts, Command-Line Interface, User Provisioning, Systems Administration, Data Storage, System Configuration, File Management, Data Storage Technologies, Network Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Network Troubleshooting

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Interactive Learning Videos with Edpuzzle

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

    ★ 4.7 (184) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Duke University

    Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, MySQL, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Data Persistence, Scripting Languages, Database Development, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Operational Databases, Database Software, Query Languages, Data Store, Database Management, Databases, Data Import/Export, Data Capture, Spatial Analysis, Python Programming

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

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

  • Python Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
  • Programming in Java: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
  • Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers: IBM
  • Modern Robotics, Course 6: Capstone Project, Mobile Manipulation: Northwestern University
  • Crea equipos y trabaja en grupos con Canva: Coursera
  • SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry: Dassault Systèmes
  • Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan: SkillUp
  • Cloud Systems Software: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective: CentraleSupélec
  • Managing Linux Systems: LearnQuest

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