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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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    EIT Digital

    Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Software Engineering, System Testing, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Cloud-Based Integration, Systems Integration, System Implementation, Computer Vision, Innovation, Encryption, Algorithms

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn Python: 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, User Interface (UI), Scripting, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Web Development Tools, Software Engineering, Web Development

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    JavaScript Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Application Development, Web Applications, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Functional Design, Computer Science

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    面向对象技术高级课程(The Advanced Object-Oriented Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Program Development, Software Development, Software Architecture, Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Computer Programming, Requirements Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Development Methodologies Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Agile Software Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Software Engineering, Scrum (Software Development), Computer Programming, Kubernetes

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn Python: 3

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, File Management, Web Development, Debugging, Web Development Tools

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Scala Programming, Build Tools, Software Development, Software Installation, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Test Driven Development in Java for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Case, Program Development, Development Testing, Software Testing, Java Programming, Java, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Algorithms, Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Facebook, Mathematics Education, Instructional Strategies, Programming Principles, Teaching, Data Storage, Education and Training, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Lesson Planning, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Social Network Analysis, User Experience

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Creating a Quiz Game using Vanilla JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Storage, Web Development, Program Development, Data Structures, Game Design, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Program Development, Microsoft Development Tools, Computer Programming, .NET Framework, Data Import/Export, Software Engineering, Data Structures, File Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 5

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Policy Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Data Ethics, Development Environment, Software Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: EIT Digital
  • Learn Python: 1: Scrimba
  • JavaScript Deep Dive: Scrimba
  • 面向对象技术高级课程(The Advanced Object-Oriented Technology): Peking University
  • Development Methodologies Overview: LearnQuest
  • Learn Python: 3: Scrimba
  • Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA: Coursera
  • Test Driven Development in Java for Beginners : Coursera
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships: University of California San Diego
  • Creating a Quiz Game using Vanilla JavaScript: Coursera

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