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.

Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Product Management, Product Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management Software, Project Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Administration, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Network Architecture, Software Development Tools, Change Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alibaba Cloud Academy
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Plot (Graphics), Load Balancing, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Hosting, Databases, Big Data, Database Management, General Networking, IT Security Architecture, Apache Hadoop, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Operating System Administration, Apache Spark, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Structures, Program Development, Software Development, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Automation, Model Training, Classification Algorithms, Database Application, Python Programming, Algorithms, Software Installation, Code Reusability, Functional Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), JSON, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Data Persistence, Data Store, Network Model, Database Application, Mobile Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, UI Components, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Solution Design, Sustainable Development, Design Thinking, Business Planning, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development, Needs Assessment, Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Market Research, Market Dynamics, Cultural Sensitivity
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Automation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering, Data Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Unix
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Hugging Face, LLM Application, Generative AI, Embeddings, Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, User Interface (UI), API Design, Fine-tuning, Computer Vision
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, A/B Testing, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, User Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Follow Through, Communication Strategies, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Schedules, Scheduling, Project Management Software, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Project Estimation, Team Management, Budgeting, Cost Estimation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months