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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Hugging Face, Data Pipelines, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    409 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Fundamentals of AI Agents Using RAG and LangChain

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Hugging Face, Embeddings, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Python and Pandas for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, NumPy, Virtual Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    270 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Multimedia Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Application Development, Python Programming, Internet Of Things, Image Quality, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Software, Development Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    308 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Geometry, Trigonometry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    198 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    464 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Data Collection, Business Research, Data Analysis, User Feedback, Market Research, Business Software, Data Presentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    425 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Infosec

    Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Data Persistence, Scripting, Network Monitoring, Persistence, Python Programming, Data Access, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    550 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    655 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    UiPath

    Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Data Manipulation, Email Automation, Web Scraping, User Interface (UI), Business Process Automation, Automation, UI Components, Test Automation, Context Management, Excel Macros, Data Cleansing, Network Protocols, Data Import/Export, Software Development Tools, Data Management, Unstructured Data, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Application Deployment, Programming Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    524 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Statistical Methods, Engineering, Physics, Probability Distribution, Physical Science, Chemistry, Calculus

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    270 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cloud Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation: IBM
  • Fundamentals of AI Agents Using RAG and LangChain: IBM
  • Python and Pandas for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Internet of Things: Multimedia Technologies: University of California San Diego
  • Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics : Rice University
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results: Coursera
  • Python for Cybersecurity: Infosec
  • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI

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