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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


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Finetuning Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Optimization, Transfer Learning, Data Preprocessing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    626 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Inteligencia Artificial (IA): Interacciones y prompts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI literacy, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Office

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    519 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Epic Games

    Epic Games Game Design

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Software Design Documents, Ideation, 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), User Experience Design, Usability, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Virtual Environment, Software Documentation, Version Control, Prototyping

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    639 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Converter Control

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Design, Systems Design, Plot (Graphics), Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    651 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Rice University

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Dictionary, Data Wrangling, File I/O, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Mapping, Data Storage, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    894 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Workday

    Workday Basics Series

    Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Business Intelligence, No-Code Development, HR Tech, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Patch Management, Branding

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    384 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Meta

    Front-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Git (Version Control System), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI/UX Strategy, React.js, Code Review, Version Control, Usability, User Interface (UI), Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Technical Review, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Semantic Web, Javascript

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    466 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Meta

    Database Structures and Management with MySQL

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Development, Database Administration, Query Languages, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Maintenance, Data Entry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    568 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Communicating Business Analytics Results

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Data Literacy, Business Analytics, Presentations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Predictive Analytics, Correlation Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    521 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of California, Davis

    Secure Coding Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Cryptography, Authentications, Exploit development, Encryption, Penetration Testing, Security Strategy, Security Testing, Data Security, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Software Design, C and C++, Linux Administration, System Design and Implementation, Java, Programming Principles, Cybersecurity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    616 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Human Resource Management Done Right

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Pipelining, Prompt Engineering, Talent Acquisition, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Smart Goals, Google Gemini, Time Management, Performance Appraisal, Interviewing Skills, Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Workforce Planning, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering Tools

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    556 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Finetuning Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Inteligencia Artificial (IA): Interacciones y prompts: Universidad de Palermo
  • Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Epic Games Game Design: Epic Games
  • Converter Control: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python Data Analysis: Rice University
  • Workday Basics Series: Workday
  • Front-End Developer Capstone: Meta
  • Database Structures and Management with MySQL: Meta
  • Communicating Business Analytics Results: University of Colorado Boulder

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