Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Data Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Model Training, R (Software), Statistical Programming, Correlation Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Milestones (Project Management), Program Evaluation, Project Management, Diagram Design, Project Management Software, Program Development, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Data Import/Export, Patch Management, Data Migration, Database Software, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Problem Management, Data Storage Technologies, Disaster Recovery, Configuration Management, Automation, Command-Line Interface
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Security Architecture Review, Secure Coding, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing, Exploitation techniques, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Scripting, Google Workspace, Scripting Languages, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Automation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Access, HTML and CSS, Javascript, Supplier Relationship Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Team Building, OpenAI, AI literacy, Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Generative AI, Decision Intelligence, Risking, Generative Model Architectures, AI Integrations, AI powered creativity, Analytics, AI Security, Big Data, AI Product Strategy, Performance Measurement, Coaching, Business, Research
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Datamaps, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Geospatial Information and Technology, Leaflet (Software), Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Plot (Graphics), Seaborn, Visual Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data Mapping, Network Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Creative Design, Graphics Software, Digital Design, Design Software, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Peer Review, Color Theory
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Transformation, R (Software), R Programming, Data Processing, Text Mining, Data Validation, Generative AI, Data Integrity, Data Structures, AI Integrations, Anomaly Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, AI powered creativity, Presentations, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Firefly, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Content Creation, Collaborative Software, Responsible AI, Creative Design, Visual Design, Digital Publishing, Brand Awareness, Storytelling, Branding, Constructive Feedback, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, R (Software), R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Bayesian Statistics, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Software, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, SQL, Database Development, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Database Administration, Database Software, Data Manipulation, Database Management, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integrity, Data Analysis, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months