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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


  • S

    Skillshare

    Intermediate to Advanced: Professional Figma UI / UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, Typography, Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, User Experience, Digital Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Motion Graphics, Graphic and Visual Design, Layout Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Animations, Collaborative Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, AI Workflows

    4.5 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication with Genial.ly

    Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Design, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.7 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (44) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Build Your Own iOS App

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Animations, Application Development, Computer Vision, Image Analysis

    3.2 stars, 70 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.2 (70) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Avatar Psychology for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Design, Virtual Reality, User Experience Design, Design Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Design Research, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, Virtual Environment, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity

    3.8 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Empowering with web3.js: Web3 Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Frontend Integration, Transaction Processing, Event-Driven Programming, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Event Monitoring, Development Environment, Web Development, Web Applications, Program Development, Secure Coding, Web Development Tools, React.js, Emerging Technologies, Application Development, Javascript

    4.8 stars, 78 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Revenue Management, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Benefits Administration

    4.9 stars, 42 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to APIs in Google

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, JSON, Restful API, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Google Cloud Platform, Web Services, Authentications, Network Protocols

    3.2 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.2 (29) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud SQL for MySQL: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Software, Google Cloud Platform, Database Management, Cloud Management, SQL

    4.4 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (53) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Edible Insects

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    4.8 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Tableau Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Presentation, Statistical Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Looker (Software), Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Software, PostgreSQL, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing

    4.7 stars, 43 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    OpenAI for Beginners: AI Assistants for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, No-Code Development, Generative AI, Application Deployment, LLM Application, OpenAI, AI Integrations, Project Management, Prompt Engineering

    3.7 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.7 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Agile Software Development, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, System Programming, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Application Deployment, Operating Systems, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Build Tools

    4.7 stars, 21 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (21) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    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

  • Intermediate to Advanced: Professional Figma UI / UX Design: Skillshare
  • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera
  • Build Your Own iOS App: University of Toronto
  • Avatar Psychology for Designers: Michigan State University
  • Empowering with web3.js: Web3 Applications: EDUCBA
  • The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency: University of Rochester
  • Introduction to APIs in Google: Google Cloud
  • Cloud SQL for MySQL: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
  • Edible Insects: National Taiwan University
  • The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project: SkillUp

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