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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


  • I

    Infosec

    Linux+ XK0-005

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Unix, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, User Provisioning, Shell Script, User Accounts, Software Versioning, System Configuration, Unix Shell, Network Monitoring, Scripting Languages

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Conceptual Planning of Bridges

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Practices, Engineering, Construction, Conceptual Design, Design Specifications, Finite Element Methods, Hydraulics

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    SEO Masterclass With AI SEO: Beginner To Advanced - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Keyword Research, Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Copywriting, Content Optimization, Web Analytics, Large Language Modeling, Search Engine Marketing, Web Content, Google Analytics, Google Gemini, LLM Application, Frontend Performance, Web Presence, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Planning

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Matlab, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Debugging

    ★ 4.2 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Rust for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), DevOps, Jenkins, Application Deployment, Continuous Integration, Rust (Programming Language), Prometheus (Software), Continuous Delivery, System Monitoring, JSON, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Monitoring, Automation, System Programming, Software Testing, GitHub

    ★ 4.2 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arm

    Advanced Armv8-M Features

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Embedded Software, Microarchitecture, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Secure Coding, System Configuration, Digital Signal Processing, Computer Architecture, Security Controls, Hardware Architecture, Authentications

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Responsive Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Typography, Cloud Hosting, Software Engineering

    ★ 4.7 (30) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Data Integrity, Threat Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

    ★ 4.7 (24) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment grand - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Research, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science, Mechanics, electromagnetics, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.8 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • X

    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    系统平台与C#程序基础

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Computer Systems, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, OS Process Management, Computer Hardware, C# (Programming Language), Computer Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Memory Management, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation

    ★ 3.9 (40) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Accountability and Employee Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Accountability, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Trustworthiness, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking, Personal Integrity, Strategic Leadership, Culture Transformation, Risk Mitigation, Leadership and Management, Risk Analysis, Engineering Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Empathy, Organizational Strategy, Technical Management

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Intro to Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.2 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Linux+ XK0-005: Infosec
  • Conceptual Planning of Bridges: L&T EduTech
  • SEO Masterclass With AI SEO: Beginner To Advanced - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • Rust for DevOps: Duke University
  • Advanced Armv8-M Features: Arm
  • Responsive Web Design: Scrimba
  • CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security: Infosec
  • Vers l'infiniment grand - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • 系统平台与C#程序基础: Xi'an Jiaotong University

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