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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


  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agent Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, Data Visualization, OpenAI API, Document Management, LLM Application, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Generative AI, Data Presentation, Software Development

    4.8 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    IBM

    Generative AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Responsible AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Multimodal Prompts, AI powered creativity, Data Ethics, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Hugging Face

    4.7 stars, 13K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (13K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Michigan

    Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation

    4.8 stars, 234K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (234K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Agile Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Release Management

    4.7 stars, 7.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Technical Support Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Package and Software Management, Technical Support and Services, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, System Support, Network Support, General Networking, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Customer Support, End User Training and Support, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Technical Writing, Computer Systems, Linux

    4.8 stars, 165K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (165K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    IBM

    IBM Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Bash (Scripting Language), Package and Software Management, Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Database Design, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Store, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science

    4.6 stars, 63K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (63K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Cost Management, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Team Management, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Management, Team Performance Management, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Procurement, Planning

    4.7 stars, 4.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Data Engineering Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Web Scraping, Database Design, SQL, IBM DB2, Database Management, Data Store, Data Architecture, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Apache Hadoop, Databases, Big Data, Unit Testing, Database Development, Data Storage, Operational Databases, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy

    4.6 stars, 60K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (60K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Generative AI in Software Engineering Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, Test Automation, Design Software, Mockups, User Interface (UI), Software Development Tools, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Testing, AI Security, AI Workflows, Application Security, Maintainability, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Software Architecture, Code Review, Secure Coding, Artificial Intelligence, Debugging

    3.9 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.9 (23) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, Product Planning, Generative AI, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Responsible AI, Innovation, Generative Model Architectures, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Product Strategy, Machine Learning Methods, Commercialization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 37K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (37K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Alberta

    Software Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Functional Requirement, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Product Development, Software Development, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Risk Management Framework, Product Management, Project Management

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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