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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


  • I

    IBM

    Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, System Support, Computer Security Awareness Training, End User Training and Support, Network Support, Cloud Storage, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, General Networking, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management

    4.8 stars, 186 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (186) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Computer Vision in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, Applied Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Training, Application Development, Data Capture, Classification Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    5G Network Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Network Security, Service Oriented Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Mobile Security, Interoperability, Digital Communications, Authentications, Encryption, Authorization (Computing)

    4.6 stars, 119 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (119) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Cybercrime

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication

    4.8 stars, 126 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (126) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    NoSQL systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Systems, MongoDB, Database Software, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Application, Query Languages, Apache Cassandra, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Maintainability

    4.3 stars, 170 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (170) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI Agents, Procurement, Generative AI, Competitive Intelligence, Due Diligence, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Consulting, Business Research, Research Reports, Talent Sourcing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Business Consulting, Technology Strategies, Agentic systems, Business Ethics

    4.7 stars, 131 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (131) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Electrical Engineering, Communication Systems, Electronics, Telecommunications, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    4.8 stars, 96 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (96) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Context Engineering, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, ChatGPT, AI literacy, OpenAI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Responsible AI, Context Management, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings

    4.4 stars, 163 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (163) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, New Business Development, Plan Execution, Market Analysis, Financial Modeling, Proposal Writing, Business Development, Video Production, Strategic Thinking, Project Planning, Product Development, Professional Networking, Presentations, Operating Budget, Cash Flow Forecasting, Ideation, Risk Analysis, Timelines

    4.9 stars, 342 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (342) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Snowflake Schema, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL

    4.4 stars, 243 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (243) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    Payroll & HR Management

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Tax, Payroll Reporting, Income Tax, Human Resources Software, Tax Management, HR Tech, Compensation Management, Accounting Software, Benefits Administration, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Laws

    4.3 stars, 66 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (66) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Tsinghua University

    General Academic English

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Studies, English Language, Economics, Psychology, Business Management, Environmental Issue, Writing, Vocabulary

    4.1 stars, 110 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (110) · 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

  • Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone: IBM
  • Computer Vision in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
  • 5G Network Fundamentals: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Cybercrime: Royal Holloway, University of London
  • NoSQL systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Introduction to Generative AI: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine

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