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.

Vanderbilt University
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 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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 (13K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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 (216K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation
★ 4.8 (234K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
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 (7.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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 (165K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Rice University
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 (4.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

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

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

University of Alberta
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 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months