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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


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    University of California, Davis

    Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Data Analysis, Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Branding, Target Market, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Content Marketing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Spreadsheet Software, Timelines, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing

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    University at Buffalo

    Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Data Collection, Data Storage, Manufacturing Operations, Systems Engineering, Digital Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Big Data, Computing Platforms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Deep Learning: Build & Optimize Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Transformation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Test Automation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Test Case, Software Testing, Debugging, Computational Thinking

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Deployment Types

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Model Deployment, Network Performance Management, Application Deployment, Cloud Engineering, AI Orchestration, Containerization, Performance Tuning, Network Planning And Design, Distributed Computing, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Wireframing, Information Architecture, Figma (Design Software), User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Prototyping, User Interface (UI), Usability, Mockups, Conceptual Design, User Flows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Agentic AI Development & Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, API Design, Test Automation, Vulnerability Management, Agentic systems, Systems Design, Model Evaluation, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Python Programming, Continuous Deployment, Dependency Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Pivot Tables And Charts, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Practical Cybersecurity: Stay Safe Online

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Awareness Training, Zero Trust Network Access, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Cultural Sensitivity, Security Controls, Incident Response, Proactivity, Fraud detection, Information Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Generative AI Lab Series

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AWS SageMaker, AI Enablement, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Application Development, Image Analysis, Real Time Data, Regression Analysis, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
  • Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis: University at Buffalo
  • Deep Learning: Build & Optimize Neural Networks: EDUCBA
  • Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code: University of Toronto
  • AI Infrastructure: Deployment Types: Google Cloud
  • Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes: Google
  • AI Python for Beginners: DeepLearning.AI
  • Agentic AI Development & Security: Coursera
  • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania

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