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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Usability Testing with Hotjar

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Test Tools, Test Planning, User Research, Interactive Data Visualization, Product Development, Web Analytics and SEO, User Accounts, Data Integration

    ★ 4.3 (31) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Hydrology, Timelines, Life Sciences, Biology

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Get started with Microsoft Planner

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Collaborative Software, Project Management, Team Management

    ★ 4 (23) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Analysis, Trend Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Docker (Software), Java, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Build Tools, Cloud-Native Computing, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Functional Design

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Design, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Software Development

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Shell Script, Ubuntu, User Accounts, Linux, Devops Tools, Linux Servers, grep, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Kubernetes, Command-Line Interface, Network Troubleshooting, Containerization, Ansible, File Systems, Application Deployment, Authentications

    ★ 4.6 (31) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Build Your First GUI App With Java

    Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Java, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Frameworks

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Modern JavaScript: Iterators and Generators

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Data Structures, Dataflow, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.7 (25) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Our Place in the Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Physical Science, Physics, Environmental Science, Environment, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, General Science and Research, Life Sciences, electromagnetics, Scientific Methods, Research

    ★ 4.2 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Claude Code: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Tool Calling, Integrated Development Environments, Agentic Workflows, Software Development Tools, Code Review, AI Workflows, Software Development, GitHub, AI Personalization, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development, Front-End Web Development

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundational Mathematics for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Mathematical Software, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Model Optimization, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Usability Testing with Hotjar: Coursera
  • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Get started with Microsoft Planner: Coursera
  • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
  • Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment: SkillUp
  • Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Universidad de Palermo
  • CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005): Packt
  • Build Your First GUI App With Java: Coursera
  • Modern JavaScript: Iterators and Generators: Coursera
  • Our Place in the Cosmos: University of Colorado Boulder

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