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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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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Informatics, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Systems Design, Big Data, Structural Analysis, Statistics

    4.5
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    351 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Building Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Engineering, Workforce Planning, Gap Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation, Training Programs, Emerging Technologies, Professional Networking, Semiconductors

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    227 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Design Thinking, Web Scraping, Machine Learning Algorithms, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    251 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    188 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Building Generative AI-Powered Applications with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, LLM Application, Hugging Face, Generative AI, OpenAI, Web Applications, Flask (Web Framework), Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    257 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Data Access, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Hardware, Development Environment

    2.7
    Rating, 2.7 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Developing Mobile Apps with Flutter

    Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, React Native, Application Development, iOS Development, Apple iOS, User Story, User Interface (UI), Android Development, Databases, Database Management, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Data Persistence, Application Performance Management

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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    KodeKloud

    Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Linux Commands, CI/CD, DevOps, YAML, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage, Computer Networking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    MySQL-for-Data-Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Database Management, Relational Databases, Command-Line Interface, SQL, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Application, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Linux

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Building Design, Risk Management, Property Maintenance, Emergency Response

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    577 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Introduction to Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Multimodal Prompts, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI API, Hugging Face, Responsible AI, GitHub, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Debugging, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Data Storage, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Game Design, Software Documentation, Program Development, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Materials Data Sciences and Informatics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities: University at Buffalo
  • Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics: University of California San Diego
  • Cyber Security – Technology and Governance: Royal Holloway, University of London
  • Building Generative AI-Powered Applications with Python: IBM
  • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Developing Mobile Apps with Flutter: IBM
  • Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs: KodeKloud
  • MySQL-for-Data-Engineering: Duke University
  • The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment: University of Maryland, College Park

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