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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


  • R

    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Project Scoping, Cost Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Change Control, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Estimation, Requirements Management, Timelines, Change Management, Budget Management, Project Management, Planning, Project Documentation, Project Performance

    4.8 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, Javascript, Computer Programming Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Program Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, Graphical Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Programming Principles, Data Management, Maintainability

    4.1 stars, 936 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (936) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Design, UI/UX Research, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, Interaction Design, Design Elements And Principles, Human Factors, User Centered Design

    4.6 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Programming, Cybersecurity, Real Time Data, Web Services, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Communication Systems, Systems Design

    4.3 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Network Monitoring, Prompt Engineering Tools, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Prompt Patterns, Network Security, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Network Routing, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hybrid Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Vibe coding, Generative AI, Code Review, Generative Model Architectures, Program Development, Software Development Methodologies, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.6 stars, 663 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Structural Engineering, Mechanics, Integral Calculus

    4.6 stars, 564 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (564) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Web Design for Everybody Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Browser Compatibility, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Verification And Validation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Mockups, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Development Testing, Application Frameworks, Code Review, Web Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Javascript

    4.8 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Duke University

    Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Model Training, Computer Vision, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Predictive Analytics

    4.7 stars, 860 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (860) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    The Language of Design: Form and Meaning

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design, Design Reviews, Aesthetics, Design Research, Layout Design, Design Thinking, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 906 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (906) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Healthcare IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Medical Records, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Informatics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Security Awareness, Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support and Services, Medical Support, Technical Support, Customer Support

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Creating Dashboards and Storytelling with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Stakeholder Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Data Cleansing, Stakeholder Engagement, Storyboarding, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing

    4.6 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management: Rice University
  • Introduction to Computer Programming: University of London
  • Introduction to UI Design: University of Minnesota
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
  • Web Design for Everybody Capstone: University of Michigan
  • Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers: Duke University
  • The Language of Design: Form and Meaning: California Institute of the Arts

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