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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


  • I

    IBM

    Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, General Networking, Data Storage, Issue Tracking, Operating Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SAS

    SAS Macro Language

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Case Studies, Program Development, Scripting, Data Processing, Automation, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Functional Specification, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Software Design Documents, Interaction Design, Prototyping, C# (Programming Language), Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Github CoPilot for Beginners: Write Software With AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, UI Components, Prompt Engineering, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Generative AI, Javascript, Software Engineering, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Operating Systems Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Operating System Administration, Unix, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, OS Process Management, File Management, Unix Shell, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix Commands, Shell Script, System Software, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Clase interactivas y dinámicas en Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Education Software and Technology, Content Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    163 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Analysis, Linux, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Public Health, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Radiation Protection, Water Quality, Community Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    181 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Storyboarding, Wireframing, User Story, UI/UX Research, User Research, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Ideation, Persona (User Experience), Design Thinking, Presentations, Web Design, User Centered Design, Research Design, Prototyping

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    168 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI, Email Automation, Prompt Engineering, Make.com, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Expense Management, Expense Reports, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Google Sheets, Travel Arrangements, Natural Language Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    130 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Mastering Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Linux, Package and Software Management, Shell Script, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Linux Commands, Microsoft Windows, Unix Shell, Windows PowerShell, User Accounts, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Systems Administration, Unix, Operating Systems, Scripting, Control Panels, Windows Servers, Security Management

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    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    157 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone: IBM
  • SAS Macro Language: SAS
  • Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción: Universidad de los Andes
  • Github CoPilot for Beginners: Write Software With AI: Coursera
  • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Clase interactivas y dinámicas en Classroom: Coursera
  • Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets: Coursera
  • Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools: IBM
  • Google UX Design: Google

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