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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


  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Object Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Program Development, Data Access, Data Persistence, Unit Testing, Debugging, OS Process Management, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Building a Machine Learning Solution

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Collection, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Data Preprocessing, Continuous Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Continuous Integration, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Continuous Delivery, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Database Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Database Management Systems, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    C++ Interacting with the World and Error Handling

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Application Security, System Programming, Secure Coding, C++ (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Debugging, Interoperability, Programming Principles, File I/O, Development Environment

    2.8 stars, 6 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 2.8 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Blockchain : enjeux et mécanismes cryptographiques

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Authentications, FinTech, Payment Systems, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Data Structures, Data Integrity, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Software Documentation, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Bioinformatics, End User Training and Support, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Product Development, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Integrating Python for Web Systems, Testing, and Packaging

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Structures for Designers Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Program Development, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphic and Visual Design, Systems Design, Computer Graphics, Creative Design, Python Programming, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Distributed Load Testing Using Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Google App Engine, Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Computing, Test Tools, API Testing, Performance Stress Testing, Performance Testing, DevOps, Public Cloud, Restful API, Web Development

    4.3 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Multimodality with Gemini

    Skills you'll gain: Gemini, Google Gemini, Multimodal Prompts, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

    4.3 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (8) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnKartS

    ChatGPT for Work & Career Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, No-Code Development, Email Automation, AI literacy, Productivity, Data-Driven Decision-Making, LLM Application, Internal Communications, AI Workflows, Professional Development, Prompt Engineering, Business Writing, Workflow Management, Presentations, Taking Meeting Minutes

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Análisis del contexto para fundamentar diseño de instrucción

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, User Centered Design, Requirements Analysis, Virtual Environment

    1.9 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 1.9 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Object Oriented Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Building a Machine Learning Solution: Coursera
  • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • C++ Interacting with the World and Error Handling: Infosec
  • Blockchain : enjeux et mécanismes cryptographiques: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Integrating Python for Web Systems, Testing, and Packaging: EDUCBA
  • Data Structures for Designers Using Python: University of Michigan
  • Distributed Load Testing Using Kubernetes: Google Cloud
  • Multimodality with Gemini: Google Cloud

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