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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


  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Security Testing, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Data Sharing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Awareness, Security Strategy, AI Product Strategy, Security Software, Generative AI

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routing, Containerization, Network Switches, Firewall, Network Protocols

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, System Requirements, Functional Requirement, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Control Systems, Network Model, Systems Analysis, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, Agentic systems, Differential Equations, Safety Assurance, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Linear Algebra, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics

    Build toward a degree

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Current-Mode Control

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Mobile Development, Test Case, System Testing, Software Development, Wireless Networks, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, React Redux, iOS Development, Continuous Integration, Apple iOS, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Data Persistence, User Interface (UI), Angular, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Frameworks, TypeScript, Debugging, Animations

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    3D Graphics in Android: Sensors and VR

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Android Development, Computer Graphics, Android Studio, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Interaction Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Controls, Network Security, Encryption

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Data and File Management

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, z/OS, Mainframe Computing, Relational Databases, File Management, Data Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, File Systems, Programming Principles, Command-Line Interface, Computer Programming

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to the Threat Intelligence Lifecycle

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Data Management, Data Validation, Technical Communication, Automation, Requirements Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Learn About JSON with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, NoSQL, Cloud API, Javascript, Data Store, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Software Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for AI: Macquarie University
  • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Current-Mode Control: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System: University of California San Diego
  • Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux: Universidad Austral
  • 3D Graphics in Android: Sensors and VR: Imperial College London
  • Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): SkillUp
  • IBM COBOL Data and File Management: IBM

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