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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


  • P

    Peking University

    C程序设计进阶

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Maintainability, Memory Management

    4.9 stars, 827 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Meta

    APIs

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Testing, Django (Web Framework), API Design, Software Documentation, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Debugging, JSON, Performance Tuning, Back-End Web Development, Data Validation

    4.4 stars, 395 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Scrum Master Certification: Scaling Agile and the Team-of-Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, Agile Product Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scalability, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Solution Delivery, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Integration Testing, Software Testing, Virtualization, Solution Architecture

    4.5 stars, 493 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (493) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Process Modeling, Regression Analysis, Business Metrics, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Metric, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence

    4.5 stars, 463 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    计算机组成 Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Engineering, Peripheral Devices, Data Storage, Display Devices, Systems Architecture, Memory Management, Computational Logic, OS Process Management

    4.8 stars, 483 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support and Services, Medical Support, Help Desk Support, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Health Technology, Information Technology, Health Care, Information Technology Operations, Issue Tracking

    4.7 stars, 773 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java Programming, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Design, Software Testing, Program Development, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Systems Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.5 stars, 335 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (335) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Overview of Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Google Sheets, Data Compilation, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software

    4.7 stars, 464 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Introduction to Applied Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Product Lifecycle Management, Case Studies, Data Collection, Business Priorities, Supervised Learning, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 748 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (748) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Biology, Hydrology, Climate Change Programs, Life Sciences, Water Quality, Land Management, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Pollution Prevention, Petroleum Industry, Sustainable Systems

    4.7 stars, 473 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (473) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Concision, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Collaboration, Proofreading, Grammar, Professionalism, Planning

    4.7 stars, 494 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Distributed Computing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Python Programming, Calculus, Mechanics, Vibrations, Simulations, Derivatives

    4.8 stars, 392 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • C程序设计进阶: Peking University
  • APIs: Meta
  • Scrum Master Certification: Scaling Agile and the Team-of-Teams: LearnQuest
  • AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI: Coursera
  • 计算机组成 Computer Organization: Peking University
  • The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Overview of Data Visualization: Coursera
  • Introduction to Applied Machine Learning: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College

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