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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


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    IBM

    Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, Development Environment, Security Controls, DevOps, Data Security, Software Development Life Cycle

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Visualization with R

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Rmarkdown, Shiny (R Package), Plot (Graphics), Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Leaflet (Software), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, R (Software), R Programming, Scatter Plots, Graphing, Box Plots, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Science, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Gen AI Foundational Models for NLP & Language Understanding

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Generative Model Architectures, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Text Mining, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    DevOps, DataOps, MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), GitHub Copilot, Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Containerization, Web Frameworks, Rust (Programming Language), AI Workflows, DevOps, Hugging Face, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Solutions, Cloud-Native Computing, Machine Learning, Serverless Computing, Application Deployment, GitHub, Command-Line Interface, Big Data

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    234 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Microsoft Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Data Storage, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Compute Engine 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Google App Engine, Kubernetes, Containerization, CI/CD, Microservices, Application Deployment, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Platforms, Site Reliability Engineering

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    888 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Las estaciones del año y el clima

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Environment, Environmental Science, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Experimentation, Scientific Visualization

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Introduction to the Arctic: Climate

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Science and Research

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Secure Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Computer Networking, General Networking, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Security Controls, Network Architecture, OSI Models, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtualization, Virtual Networking, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Network Planning And Design, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Monitoring

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    342 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Code Reusability, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Computational Logic, Software Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    West Virginia University

    Account Management & Sales Force Design

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Account Management, Sales, Sales Process, Strategic Planning, Sales Training, Inside Sales, General Sales Practices, Selling Techniques, Business Strategy, Outside Sales, Purchasing, Compensation Management, Goal Setting, Recruitment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals: IBM
  • Data Visualization with R: IBM
  • Gen AI Foundational Models for NLP & Language Understanding: IBM
  • Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
  • DevOps, DataOps, MLOps: Duke University
  • Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code: University of Colorado System
  • Architecting with Google Compute Engine 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Las estaciones del año y el clima: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Introduction to the Arctic: Climate: University of Alberta
  • Introduction to Secure Networking: Microsoft

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