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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

    Scrimba

    UI Design for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, Web Design, Figma (Design Software), Typography, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Maintainability, Mockups, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, UI Components, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Layout Design, Web Development, Usability, Prototyping, Web Development Tools, Software Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Learn Automation Testing with Java and Selenium Webdriver

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, JUnit, HTML and CSS, Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Integrated Development Environments, Test Data, Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Computer Programming, Web Development, Programming Principles, Test Case, Software Design, Development Environment

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 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

    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

  • 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

    Spring Framework for Java Development

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Security, Java, Model View Controller, Development Environment, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Apache Maven, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Intermediate · 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

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Mortgage Calculator in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Microsoft 365, Financial Modeling, Mortgage Loans, Timelines

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • 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

  • C

    Coursera

    Get Started with HubSpot

    Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Team Building, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Team Management, Business Reporting, Marketing Automation, Email Marketing, Customer Data Management, Sales Enablement, Marketing, Customer Service

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Analysis and Visualization of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Power BI, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Statistical Reporting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • UI Design for Web Developers: Scrimba
  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium
  • Learn Automation Testing with Java and Selenium Webdriver: Packt
  • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Current-Mode Control: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 3D Graphics in Android: Sensors and VR: Imperial College London
  • Spring Framework for Java Development: SkillUp
  • Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): SkillUp
  • Create a Mortgage Calculator in Excel: Coursera
  • IBM COBOL Data and File Management: IBM

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