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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Create Successful Pinterest Pins for Business in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Canva (Software), Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Storytelling, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Driving engagement, Marketing

    ★ 4.7 (16) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • E

    EDUCBA

    NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Scalability, Authentications, JSON, Authorization (Computing), Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Development, Server Side, Secure Coding, JavaScript Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Restful API, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Operating Systems, Email Automation, Integrated Development Environments

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Prompt Engineering for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, AI Orchestration, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, AI Enablement, AI Security, Context Engineering, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Transformation, Business Operations, Personal Development

    ★ 4.9 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptographic Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Encryption, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

    ★ 4.7 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, HR Tech, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources Software, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Payroll Systems, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Human Resources, Operational Efficiency, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Employee Engagement, Social Media Analytics

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    How to Use Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, SQL, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Presentations, Database Management, Advanced Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Dive Deep into Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Design, File Management, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computational Logic

    ★ 3.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Mobile Security

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Digital Forensics, Investigation, Mobile Development, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cybersecurity, iOS Development, Application Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Computer Security, Incident Response, Data Analysis Software, Authentications, Data Integrity, Data Storage

    ★ 4.7 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Master Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Java Programming, Java, Apache Maven, Unit Testing, Gradle, Application Programming Interface (API), Google Cloud Platform, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Application Deployment, Development Environment, Hibernate (Java), Cloud Deployment, Back-End Web Development, YAML, Restful API, Software Configuration Management, Load Balancing

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Migrating to Cloud SQL from Amazon RDS for MySQL Using Database Migration Service

    Skills you'll gain: Data Migration, MySQL, Amazon Web Services, Data Import/Export, Google Cloud Platform, Data Access, Databases, Relational Databases

    ★ 4.1 (24) · Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Getting Started with Angular

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Application Frameworks, Code Reusability, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Development, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    ★ 4.2 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Create Successful Pinterest Pins for Business in Canva: Coursera
  • NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development: EDUCBA
  • Prompt Engineering for Everyone: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll: Coursera
  • How to Use Data: University of Pennsylvania
  • Dive Deep into Python: Board Infinity
  • Cyber Security: Mobile Security: Macquarie University
  • Master Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud: Packt
  • Migrating to Cloud SQL from Amazon RDS for MySQL Using Database Migration Service: Google Cloud

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