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Software Engineering Courses

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


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    Coursera

    Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data, Google Workspace

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT Meal Planning: Effortlessly Plan and Cook with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Meal Planning And Preparation, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Cooking, Calendar Management, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Generative AI Applications with Amazon Bedrock

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Generative AI Agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, Amazon Web Services, Context Management, Agentic systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Front-End Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Frontend Integration, Generative AI, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prompt Engineering, Software Documentation, UI/UX Strategy, Test Automation, HTML and CSS

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Java Programming, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Memory Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Network Routing, Supply And Demand, Systems Thinking, Network Analysis, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Algorithms, Model Optimization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Simulations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mechanics, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Differential Equations, Probability & Statistics, Physical Science, Statistical Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Compétences Excel pour l’entreprise : les notions clés

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Excel Formulas, Editing

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Core Java

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Build Tools, JSON, JUnit, Java Programming, Java, Web Services, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Protocols, Unit Testing, Style Guides

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ROI Training

    Preparing for and Passing Technical Certifications

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Productivity, Learning Strategies, Planning, Requirements Analysis, Time Management, Prioritization, Lifelong Learning, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Services for AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Amazon Web Services, AI Orchestration, Solution Architecture, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Data Quality, Model Optimization, Computer Vision, Fine-tuning, Scalability, Data Pipelines, Natural Language Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17)

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C and C++, File I/O, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, System Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Development Environment, Algorithms, File Systems, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, File Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod: Coursera
  • ChatGPT Meal Planning: Effortlessly Plan and Cook with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI Applications with Amazon Bedrock: Amazon Web Services
  • GenAI for Front-End Developers: Coursera
  • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Compétences Excel pour l’entreprise : les notions clés: Macquarie University
  • Core Java: Codio
  • Preparing for and Passing Technical Certifications: ROI Training

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