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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


  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Applied Mathematics, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.2 (1.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Análisis de Fallas en Componentes Mecánicos

    Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Process Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Deductive Reasoning, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Internet History, Technology, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Cryptographic Protocols, General Networking, Cryptography, Computer Networking, Encryption, Web Development, Web Servers, Business Technologies, Innovation

    ★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Indian School of Business

    Trading Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Securities Trading, Income Statement, Market Liquidity, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Investments, Cash Flows, Equities, Order Management, Portfolio Management, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Generative AI

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create Your First Python Program From UST

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Development Environment

    ★ 4.6 (3.1K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Collection and Processing with Python

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Restful API, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Transformation, Data Structures, File I/O, Data Collection

    ★ 4.7 (4.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Probability, Engineering, General Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mechanics, Hydrology, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Calculus

    ★ 4.7 (616) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Professional Development, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Teamwork, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Build Anything with AI — No Code Required

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Claude Code, No-Code Development, AI powered creativity, Prompt Patterns, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, AI Orchestration, AI Product Strategy, AI Workflows, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Automation, Software Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Suporte em TI do Google

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Administration, IT Security Architecture, Operating System Administration, Information Systems Security, Remote Access Systems, IT Infrastructure, Hardening, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Computer Networking, Routing Protocols, Application Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Management, Technical Support, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Package and Software Management, Computer Hardware, Software Installation

    ★ 4.9 (7.3K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to battery-management systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Safety, Electrical Systems, High Voltage, Electronic Components, Safety Standards, Control Systems, Thermal Management, Electronics, Failure Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Engineering, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Chemistry, Requirements Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Estimation

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
  • Análisis de Fallas en Componentes Mecánicos: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Internet History, Technology, and Security: University of Michigan
  • Trading Basics: Indian School of Business
  • Introduction to Large Language Models: Google Cloud
  • Create Your First Python Program From UST: Coursera
  • Data Collection and Processing with Python: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Build Anything with AI — No Code Required: Vanderbilt University

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