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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


  • N

    Nanjing University

    天文探秘

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Simulations, Research, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.8 (82) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Theory of Angular Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Electrical Engineering, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.1 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Teaching, Simulations, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulation and Simulation Software, Research, Peer Review

    ★ 4.9 (92) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Illinois Tech

    Data Analytics and Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Software, Databases, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, SQL, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, MySQL, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing

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

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Business Analytics, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Financial Data, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Investment Management, Data Processing, Model Evaluation, Portfolio Management, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.3 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Microsoft

    UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Mockups, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Centered Design, Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI/UX Research, Collaborative Software, User Research, Design Elements And Principles, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.8 (104) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Canva Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Event Marketing, Presentations, Video Editing, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Prompt Engineering Tools, Color Matching, Color Theory, Typography, Storytelling, Interactive Design, Marketing Design, Cross-Channel Marketing, Visual Design, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Logo Design, Layout Design

    ★ 4.5 (44) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Coursera

    Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Pipelines, R (Software), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning Software, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Telemarketing, Model Deployment, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.9 (53) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Surveys, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Demography, Public Administration, R (Software), Policy Analysis, Public Policies, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Analytics, Data Transformation, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation

    ★ 4.5 (60) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    NIIT

    Server side JavaScript with Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Unit Testing, Server Side, Javascript, Debugging, Back-End Web Development, File Systems, File I/O, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Development Testing, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Code Reusability

    ★ 3.8 (85) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Packt

    Mastering Multi-Agent Development with AutoGen

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Generative AI, Development Environment, Tool Calling, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Software Development Tools, Python Programming, Software Installation

    ★ 4.6 (101) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Getting started with ImageJ

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Data Analysis Software, Software Installation, Data Analysis, Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Data Processing

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

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

  • 天文探秘: Nanjing University
  • Theory of Angular Momentum: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Analytics and Big Data: Illinois Tech
  • Advanced Business Analytics Capstone: University of Colorado Boulder
  • UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration: Microsoft
  • Canva Essentials: Coursera
  • Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R: Coursera
  • Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
  • Server side JavaScript with Node.js: NIIT

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