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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.


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Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Calculus: Single Variable Part 1 - Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unix Commands, Biostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unix, Data Science, Data Management, Statistical Methods, Command-Line Interface, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Linux Commands, Data Analysis Software, Data Quality, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    6.8K reviews

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Automata and Computability

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Logical Reasoning, Formal Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to AutoSAR

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Development, Software Design, Software Architecture, Embedded Systems, Configuration Management, Systems Architecture, Application Development, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    228 reviews

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, User Requirements Documents, Electronics, Functional Requirement, Operating System Administration, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Requirements Analysis, Network Protocols, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management: Initiating and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Structure, Project Documentation, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Scoping, Planning, Project Planning, Requirements Management, Financial Analysis, Business Analysis, Case Studies, Peer Review

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Big Data Modeling and Management Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Big Data, Data Management, Database Management Systems, Real Time Data, NoSQL, Database Design, Data Processing, Apache Hadoop, Data Structures, Scalability, Virtual Environment

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Analysis, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, AI Enablement, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Portfolio Management, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Analyze Data to Answer Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Data Compilation, Pivot Tables And Charts, SQL, Data Integration, Data Transformation, User Feedback

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Build Data Lakes and Data Warehouses on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Infrastructure, Data Warehousing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Data Modeling, Cloud Development, SQL, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Statistical Visualization, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Pipelines, Kubernetes, Matplotlib, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Calculus: Single Variable Part 1 - Functions: University of Pennsylvania
  • Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Automata and Computability: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Introduction to AutoSAR: EDUCBA
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Engineering Project Management: Initiating and Planning: Rice University
  • Big Data Modeling and Management Systems: University of California San Diego
  • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google
  • Analyze Data to Answer Questions: Google

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