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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Asymmetric Cryptography and Key Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Cryptography, Encryption, Authentications, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    281 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Java Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Data Persistence, Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Maintainability, Software Design, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    202 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Evaluating User Interfaces

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Research, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    273 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Value-Based Care, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Patient-centered Care, Data Analysis Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    201 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computational Thinking, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Programming Principles

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    194 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Mobile App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, iOS Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Apple iOS, Android Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Application Development, Swift Programming, Test Tools, React Native, Apple Xcode, Application Frameworks, Cross Platform Development, Software Testing, Cloud Hosting, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    213 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Thrive: Personal and Professional Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Executive Presence, Thought Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Influencing, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Leadership, Goal Setting, ChatGPT, Health And Wellness Coaching, Branding, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    206 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • R

    Red Hat

    Cloud-Native Development with OpenShift and Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: OpenShift, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Development, Development Environment, Docker (Software), Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment, YAML, Virtual Networking, Application Performance Management, Configuration Management, System Monitoring, Network Routing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    238 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Hydro, Wind & Solar power: Resources, Variability & Forecast

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Electrical Power, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Design, Hydrology, Electric Power Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Water Resource Management, Predictive Modeling, Environment, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    152 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Mécanique quantique

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Probability, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    154 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Resource Allocation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Analysis, Policy Analysis, Decision Making, Investment Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    272 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Building Custom Regional Reports with Google Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Marketing Analytics, Email Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Dashboard, Geospatial Information and Technology, Marketing, Data Analysis, Data Visualization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    274 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Asymmetric Cryptography and Key Management: University of Colorado System
  • Java Programming Fundamentals: IBM
  • Evaluating User Interfaces: University of Minnesota
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Introduction to Application Development: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Mobile App Development: IBM
  • Thrive: Personal and Professional Growth: Coursera
  • Cloud-Native Development with OpenShift and Kubernetes: Red Hat
  • Hydro, Wind & Solar power: Resources, Variability & Forecast: École Polytechnique
  • Mécanique quantique: École Polytechnique

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