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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Software Versioning, Software Documentation, Program Development, Development Environment, Project Planning, Project Management, Debugging

    ★ 4.4 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Docker Basics for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Devops Tools, Containerization, Data Storage, Software Installation, DevOps, Virtual Networking, Linux Commands, Cloud Development, YAML, File Systems, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Software Architecture, Data Persistence, System Requirements

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Teaching, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Higher Education, Compassion

    ★ 4.8 (62) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Prompt Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Continuous Deployment, Virtual Machines, Generative AI Agents, Scalability, Virtual Networking, Containerization, Application Deployment

    ★ 4.6 (93) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Automotive Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Electrical Systems, Cybersecurity, Program Development, Automation, Electronics, Sustainable Technologies, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Internet Of Things, Software Development

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Android Graphics with OpenGL ES

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Android (Operating System), Computer Graphics, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Android Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Android Studio, Graphics Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Performance Tuning

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Codio

    Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency

    Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, System Programming, Performance Tuning, System Software, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Data Access

    ★ 4.4 (36) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Selenium WebDriver with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Tools, Debugging, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Web Applications, Test Script Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Test Case, Web Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Architecture, Python Programming, Software Installation, Package and Software Management

    ★ 3.3 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Anthropic

    Introduction to Model Context Protocol

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Integrations, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Prompt Engineering, Program Development, Test Tools, Servers, Debugging, Document Management

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Calculus for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Integral Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Algebra, Trigonometry, Physics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI & AI Agent Organizational Strategy for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Agentic Workflows, AI powered creativity, Agentic systems, Workforce Management, Scalability, Workforce Planning, Solution Design, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Decision Making

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Agentic Design Patterns with AutoGen

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Software Design Patterns

    ★ 4.6 (51) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
  • Docker Basics for DevOps: KodeKloud
  • Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change: University of Michigan
  • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine en Français: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Automotive Embedded Systems: STARWEAVER
  • Android Graphics with OpenGL ES: Imperial College London
  • Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency: Codio
  • Selenium WebDriver with Python: Whizlabs
  • Introduction to Model Context Protocol: Anthropic
  • Calculus for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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