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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


  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Ethical AI: AI essentials for everyone

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Prompt Engineering Tools

    4.7 stars, 69 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (69) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy

    4.6 stars, 117 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (117) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    AI For Business Productivity - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Business Ethics, B2B Sales, Vibe coding, Prompt Patterns, Data Ethics, Price Negotiation, Content Performance Analysis, Negotiation, LLM Application, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Video Production, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Content Creation

    4.4 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (41) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    El plan de marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Effectiveness, Product Planning, Marketing, Marketing Management, Customer Retention, Branding, Communication Planning, Marketing Communications, Brand Strategy, Product Strategy, Business Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Budgets, Market Analysis, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis

    4.7 stars, 162 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Data Integrity

    4.6 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    IBM

    AI Workflow: Machine Learning, Visual Recognition and NLP

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Model Training, Supervised Learning, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, AI Workflows, Decision Tree Learning, Natural Language Processing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Science, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 100 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (100) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Azure Databricks for Data Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, CI/CD, Apache Spark, Microsoft Azure, Data Governance, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Data Infrastructure, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, IT Automation, Data Management, Automation, Data Storage, Metadata Management, File Systems

    4.4 stars, 57 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (57) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    高阶竞争策略(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Customer Retention, Business Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Product Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Customer Analysis, Revenue Management, New Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Regulatory Compliance

    4.8 stars, 102 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (102) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started in Microsoft SharePoint

    Skills you'll gain: Document Management, Intranet, Collaborative Software, Team Management, File Management, Content Management

    4 stars, 75 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4 (75) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Technology Strategies, Higher Education, Solution Design, Trend Analysis, Problem Management

    4.9 stars, 288 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (288) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Basics of Air Conditioning & Heat Load Calculation

    Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, System Requirements, Engineering Calculations, Energy and Utilities, Estimation, Environmental Issue

    4.3 stars, 60 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronic Components, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

    3.7 stars, 52 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.7 (52) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Ethical AI: AI essentials for everyone: University of Cambridge
  • How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel: Coursera
  • AI For Business Productivity - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • El plan de marketing: IE Business School
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of London
  • AI Workflow: Machine Learning, Visual Recognition and NLP: IBM
  • Mastering Azure Databricks for Data Engineers: Packt
  • 高阶竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Getting Started in Microsoft SharePoint: Coursera
  • Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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