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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Terraform Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Software Installation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Illinois Tech

    Data Preparation and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Model Training, Correlation Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Logistic Regression

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Scrimba

    Advanced React Skills

    Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Web Frameworks, Maintainability, Authentications, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Design, Frontend Performance, Authorization (Computing), Web Development, Web Applications, Middleware

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    C

    Coursera

    Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Instagram, Creative Design, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Design Software, Real Estate

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep SCS-C02: AWS Certified Security – Specialty

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Patch Management, Amazon CloudWatch, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Amazon S3, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Threat Management, Incident Response, Data Governance, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Governance, Firewall, Vulnerability Assessments

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    Edureka

    Getting Started with Angular

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Application Frameworks, Code Reusability, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Development, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Agile Leadership for Distributed Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Agile Project Management, Team Leadership, Leadership Studies, Virtual Teams, Agile Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Telecommuting, Innovation, Team Management, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Communication, Communication Strategies, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Empowerment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Status: Free
    Free
    C

    Coursera

    Build Customizable Sales Presentation Graphics using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Target Market, Market Analysis, Sales, Presentations, Content Creation, Graphic Design, User Accounts

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Understanding Large Language Models in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Trend Analysis, Real Time Data, Analytics, Business Marketing, Program Development, Business Strategy, Generative AI, Technology Roadmaps, Market Trend, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, File Systems, Linux, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Firewall, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Virtualization, Remote Access Systems, File Management, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Shell Script, Containerization, Git (Version Control System)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of London

    Essential Mathematics for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics, General Mathematics, Graphing, Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Programming Principles, Business Mathematics, Business Logic, Algebra, Problem Solving

    Build toward a degree

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    MD-102: Endpoint Administrator

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Endpoint Security, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Application Deployment, Operating System Administration, Cyber Security Policies, Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, Enterprise Application Management, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Security, Mobile Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, System Configuration, Security Management, User Provisioning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Terraform Fundamentals: Google Cloud
  • Data Preparation and Analysis: Illinois Tech
  • Advanced React Skills: Scrimba
  • Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva: Coursera
  • Exam Prep SCS-C02: AWS Certified Security – Specialty: Whizlabs
  • Getting Started with Angular: Edureka
  • Agile Leadership for Distributed Teams: Coursera
  • Build Customizable Sales Presentation Graphics using Canva: Coursera
  • Understanding Large Language Models in Business: Coursera
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Pearson

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