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.

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Star Schema, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Copilot, Data Presentation, Spreadsheet Software, No-Code Development, Data Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mapping, Tree Maps, Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Histogram, Scatter Plots, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Forecasting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Excel Formulas, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, User Story, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Data Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Quality Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Visio, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Business Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Data Analysis
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Systems Development, Debugging, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Virtualization, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Report Writing, Relational Databases, Software Testing, Technical Support
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Network Model, Matlab, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Computer Science, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Linear Algebra, Information Architecture, Differential Equations, Probability & Statistics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Course Development, Classroom Management, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Peer Review, Student Engagement, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Electronic Components, Systems Engineering, Thermal Management, Control Systems, High Voltage, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Materials science, Manufacturing Processes, Chemistry, Requirements Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Microsoft Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Productivity Software, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Tax, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Cloud Development, Image Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Cloud Applications, Text Mining, Microsoft Development Tools, Unsupervised Learning, Data Storage Technologies, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Hosting, Continuous Deployment, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months