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: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Business Workflow Analysis, Workflow Management, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Diagram Design, Project Scoping, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Process Management, Business Process Management, Business Analysis, Service Design, System Design and Implementation, Business Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Animations, Event-Driven Programming, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Storyboarding, 3D Assets, Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, Scripting, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Design Reviews, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Systems Design, Business Requirements, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Leadership, Engineering Design Process, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing and Production, Coordination, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Amsterdam
Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Public Policies, Qualitative Research, Sustainable Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, European History
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Application Design, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Context Management, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Microsoft SQL Servers, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Business Intelligence, Real Time Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Responsible AI, Apache Spark, SQL, Generative AI, Data Governance, Quality Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, JUnit, Test Case, Testability, Software Testing, Software Development, Software Engineering, Java Programming, Java
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Climate Change Adaptation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Risk Control, Communication Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Advanced Analytics, Big Data, Data Management, Wireless Networks, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Sustainable Technologies, Machine Controls, Real Time Data, Automation, Data Analysis, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Splunk Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Email Automation, Data Processing, Big Data, Data Science, Query Languages, Analysis, Incident Response, Business Analysis, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Systems, Integrated Development Environments, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Software Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks