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Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.


Popular Software Courses and Certifications


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    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Network Protocols, Encryption, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, FinTech, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Machines, Data Validation, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Meta React

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, UI Components, Unit Testing, Front-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Context Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, Technical Support, System Monitoring, Incident Management, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring, OS Process Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Bitbucket Pipelines for CI/CD Automation

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Bitbucket, DevOps, Data Pipelines, Jira (Software), Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, digital literacy, Data Entry, Computer Literacy, Information Technology, Document Management, Animations, Graphical Tools, Typography

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Using Python to Interact with the Operating System

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Test Automation, Unit Testing, Scripting, Software Testing, Linux Commands, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unix Commands, Development Environment, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, File Management, OS Process Management, File Systems, Automation, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Data Storage, Programming Principles, File Systems, Graph Theory, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Java, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Excel Macros, Infographics, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Data Integration

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Logical Operations

    PCAP: Modules, Packages, and Exception Handling

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Program Development, Python Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development, Debugging, Computer Programming, Programming Principles

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    R Programming: Conditionals, Loops, Functions, and Packages

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Maintainability, Package and Software Management, R (Software), Programming Principles, Statistical Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Data Science, Computer Programming Tools, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Meta React: Meta
  • Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques: Google
  • Bitbucket Pipelines for CI/CD Automation: Coursera
  • Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Using Python to Interact with the Operating System: Google
  • Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Data Structures: University of California San Diego
  • Stay Ahead of the AI Curve: Google
  • Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization: Macquarie University

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