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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


  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Seismology to Earthquake Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Hazard Analysis, Mechanics, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Laboratory Testing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Data Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Drive Engagement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    179 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    First Steps in Making the Business Case for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Change Management, Sustainability Reporting, Financial Analysis, Systems Thinking, Proposal Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Issue, Business, Economics, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    215 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Azure Infrastructure Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Cloud Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Active Directory, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Networking, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Storage, Virtualization, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Application Performance Management, Network Security, Disaster Recovery

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Technical Management, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    188 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Joins

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    182 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Control Systems, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Physics, Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    134 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Agentic AI with LangChain and LangGraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LangChain, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Development, Python Programming, Data Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Boost Your Cybersecurity Career

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AI Security, Threat Modeling, Generative AI, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Prompt Engineering, Anomaly Detection, Vulnerability Management, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    141 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Design Reviews, Submittals (Construction), System Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    140 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Compute Engine em Português

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Service Level, Microservices, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Containerization, CI/CD, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    917 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Campus BBVA

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Dashboard, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Business Intelligence, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Big Data, Statistical Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    221 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Seismology to Earthquake Engineering: École Polytechnique
  • Data Storytelling: Fractal Analytics
  • First Steps in Making the Business Case for Sustainability: University of Colorado System
  • Azure Infrastructure Fundamentals: LearnQuest
  • Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • SQL Joins : Coursera
  • Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Agentic AI with LangChain and LangGraph: IBM
  • Generative AI: Boost Your Cybersecurity Career : IBM
  • Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning: University at Buffalo

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