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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Software Quality Assurance and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Quality Assurance, White-Box Testing, API Testing, Test Script Development, AI Security, Performance Stress Testing, Regression Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), AI Integrations, Code Review, Scalability, Automation, Code Coverage, Software Technical Review, DevOps, Collaborative Software, Security Testing, Waterfall Methodology

    4.1 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (50) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Release Management, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, System Testing, Application Deployment, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Data Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Process Flow Diagrams

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Vibe coding, Databases, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Technical Documentation, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 847 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (847) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, SQL, Plot (Graphics), IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Professional Networking, Analytics, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Microsoft Excel

    4.6 stars, 100K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (100K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Productivity Software, Microsoft Outlook, File Management, Collaborative Software, Presentations, Microsoft Teams, Google Docs, Calendar Management, Microsoft PowerPoint, Control Panels, Gmail, Slack (Software), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheet Software, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets

    4.7 stars, 651 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (651) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Configuration Management, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Memory Management, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Code Review, Software Technical Review, Software Design, Debugging, Make.com

    4.5 stars, 658 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • G

    Google

    Google IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, General Networking, Ruby (Programming Language), Desktop Support, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills

    4.8 stars, 216K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (216K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Intuit

    Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Bookkeeping, Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Fixed Asset, Inventory Control, Depreciation, Payroll, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Payroll Administration, Inventory Accounting, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Payment Processing and Collection, Financial Acumen, Payroll Processing

    4.6 stars, 8.4K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (8.4K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Software Testing Fundamentals and Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Acceptance Testing, System Testing, Functional Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Quality Assurance, Behavior-Driven Development, Unit Testing, Verification And Validation, Test Tools, Test Planning, Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Case, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, User Story, Development Environment, Quality Control

    4.8 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management, Web Presence, Data Structures, Interviewing Skills

    4.8 stars, 182K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (182K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Jira Essentials: Beginner-Intermediate Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Responsible AI, Agile Methodology, Issue Tracking, Agile Project Management, Software Quality Assurance, Business Workflow Analysis, Project Coordination, Continuous Improvement Process, Coordination, Workflow Management, Model Evaluation, AI Integrations, Test Case, AI Enablement, Verification And Validation, Automation, Generative AI, Agile Product Development, Dashboard

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Fundamentals of Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, DevSecOps, OAuth, Security Architecture Review, Security Requirements Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Security Testing, AI Integrations, Security Strategy, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Security Awareness, Python Programming, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Software Quality Assurance and Testing: Board Infinity
  • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies: IBM
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • IBM Data Analyst: IBM
  • Office Productivity Software: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Google IT Support: Google
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
  • Software Testing Fundamentals and Methodologies: Microsoft
  • Google Data Analytics: Google

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