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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


  • I

    IBM

    IBM Program Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Project Management Life Cycle, Backlogs, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management, Project Management, Leadership

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: AI skills
    AI skills
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Learn Clip Studio Paint

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, Animations, Graphical Tools, Storyboarding, Graphics Software, Color Theory, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Image Quality

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize ML Dev: Version, Reproduce, and Save

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Continuous Integration, Jupyter, Package and Software Management, Resource Utilization, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Exploitation techniques, Test Planning

    ★ 4.6 (2.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Meta

    Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, A/B Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Data Collection, Data Modeling, Statistics, Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Data Presentation, Marketing, Analytics, Performance marketing, Web Analytics

    ★ 4.8 (3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Operating Systems, Android Development, Java, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Data Structures

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Building Codes, Electrical Wiring, Construction Inspection, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Electrical Safety, Mechanical Design, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Design Reviews, Submittals (Construction)

    ★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Minitab, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Box Plots, Process Improvement, Logistic Regression, Statistics, Variance Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (3.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Query Spatial with PostGIS

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Query Languages, SQL, PostgreSQL, Database Development, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Archaeoastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research

    ★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Maestría en Ingeniería de Software

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, LLM Application, User Research, Cloud-Native Computing, Continuous Deployment, Software Testing, User Story, Organizational Strategy, Process Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Dashboard, Deep Learning, Angular, Game Design, Technology Strategies, API Design, Internet Of Things, Financial Data, Microservices, Maintainability

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Software Security Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Business Logic, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Test Case, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Data Validation, Network Protocols, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • IBM Program Manager: IBM
  • Learn Clip Studio Paint: Packt
  • Optimize ML Dev: Version, Reproduce, and Save: Coursera
  • Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and Cryptography: IBM
  • Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep: Meta
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
  • Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors: University at Buffalo
  • Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma: University of Amsterdam
  • Query Spatial with PostGIS: Coursera
  • Archaeoastronomy: Politecnico di Milano

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