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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Materials science, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Electronic Components, Laboratory Equipment, Quantitative Research, Scientific Visualization, Qualitative Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Transfer Learning, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, AI Security, Advertising, Marketing, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Back-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Server Side, Email Automation, Data Access, Apache Tomcat, Front-End Web Development, Java Programming, Web Design and Development, Databases, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Java, User Interface (UI), Web Design, Web Servers, Systems Development, Application Servers
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Corporate Sustainability, Logistics, Consumer Behaviour, Innovation, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Case Studies, Data Modeling, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Engineering Software, Business Risk Management, Python Programming, Software Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Data Quality, Responsible AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Synthesis, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Validation, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, Threat Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Network Security, Authorization (Computing)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Digital pedagogy, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Attributes, Accountability, Leadership, Resilience, Visionary, Goal Setting, Social Impact
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Scripting, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Debugging, Random Forest Algorithm, Web Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Feature Engineering, Data Integration, Predictive Modeling, Data Quality
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours