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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

    Mastering Data Visualization in Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Microsoft Office

    ★ 4.8 (29) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Presentations, AI Personalization, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Content Creation, Brainstorming

    ★ 4.2 (14) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Education Software and Technology, AI Integrations, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Data Science at Scale - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Model Training, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Analytics, Data Collection, Applied Machine Learning, R Programming, Data Pipelines, Research, Supervised Learning, Technical Communication, Python Programming

    ★ 3.8 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Applied Python: Web Dev, Machine Learning & Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Regression Analysis, Apache, Web Development, Web Scraping, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Secure Coding, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Natural Language Processing, Web Applications, Key Management, Python Programming

    ★ 4.8 (75) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Java and Programming Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Software Installation, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computing Platforms

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Design, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Creative Design

    ★ 3.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    Infosec

    Secure Coding in Laravel

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Data Validation, Encryption, Security Software, Security Controls, Data Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Endpoint Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Database Application, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, Web Applications, Web Development Tools

    ★ 4.5 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Machine Learning and its Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Validation, Data Processing, Data Quality, Mathematical Software, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Структуры данных Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, File I/O, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Storage, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Program Development, Development Environment

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Usability, Web Design, Information Architecture, Web Development Tools, Test Tools, Web Development, Customer Service

    ★ 4.4 (32) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    YouTube Content Creation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Videography, Post-Production, Media Production, Photo Editing, Content Creation, Writing, Scripting, Social Media Content, Social Media

    ★ 4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mastering Data Visualization in Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • 2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners: Alex Genadinik
  • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design: University of Michigan
  • Data Science at Scale - Capstone Project: University of Washington
  • Applied Python: Web Dev, Machine Learning & Cryptography: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Java and Programming Basics: Packt
  • Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Secure Coding in Laravel: Infosec
  • Machine Learning and its Applications: University of Glasgow
  • Структуры данных Python: University of Michigan

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