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Embedded Systems Courses

Embedded systems courses can help you learn programming languages like C and C++, real-time operating systems, hardware interfacing, and system design principles. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing performance, and integrating sensors and actuators into devices. Many courses introduce tools such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, which are commonly used for prototyping, along with simulation software that aids in testing and validating system behavior.

Popular Embedded Systems Courses and Certifications


  • L

    LearnQuest

    Linux Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Ubuntu, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), grep, Servers, Operating Systems, File Systems, Shell Script, Web Servers, IT Automation, Apache, MySQL, Open Source Technology, Service Management

    4.5 stars, 971 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (971) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Introduction to Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Memory Management, C (Programming Language), File Management, Virtualization, Computer Programming Tools, Data Integrity, Debugging, File I/O, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Programming, Systems Design, Data Maintenance, Data Storage Technologies, System Software, Performance Tuning, Distributed Computing, C and C++

    4.6 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (322) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Parallel Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Scalability

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analytics, Model Training, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Classification Algorithms

    4.8 stars, 644 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (644) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Systems and Solutions Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Process Modeling, Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Business Analysis, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Migration, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Analysis, Network Security, Systems Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Systems Architecture, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Data Integration, Test Planning, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Software Testing, Project Management

    4.7 stars, 362 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (362) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Mainframe Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Mainframe Technologies, z/OS, Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Systems Development, Agile Software Development, Debugging, Pseudocode, Program Development, Software Development Methodologies, Virtualization, Agile Methodology, Software Development, File I/O

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services

    Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Cloud API, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Accounts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Software Development

    4.5 stars, 543 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (543) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll Tax, Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Labor Compliance, Tax Returns, Tax Preparation, Compensation Management, Non-Profit Accounting, Data Entry, Income Tax, Workforce Management, Customer Service, Benefits Administration, Labor Law, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 819 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (819) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Memory Management, System Software, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphics, Peripheral Devices

    4.9 stars, 535 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (535) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Foundations of Virtual Instruction

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Teaching, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Learning Management Systems, Collaborative Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

    4.5 stars, 1.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    The Brain and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Coordination, Experimentation, Anatomy

    4.7 stars, 660 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (660) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Florida

    The Horse Course: Introduction to Basic Care and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Preventative Care, Behavior Management, Anatomy, Vital Signs, Physiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Infectious Diseases, First Aid, Ancient History

    4.9 stars, 997 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (997) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular embedded systems courses

  • Linux Fundamentals: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Operating Systems: Codio
  • Parallel Programming in Java: Rice University
  • The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning: Google
  • IBM Systems and Solutions Architect: IBM
  • IBM Mainframe Developer: IBM
  • Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services: Microsoft
  • ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Foundations of Virtual Instruction: University of California, Irvine

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