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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 Maryland, College Park

    Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Agile Product Development, Team Building, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Project Management, Planning, User Story, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Delivery, Risk Management Framework, Product Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, electromagnetics

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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    KodeKloud

    Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Change Control, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Seaborn, Tableau Software, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Cloud Applications, Business Communication

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning, Model Optimization

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Fraud Detection on Financial Transactions with Machine Learning on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Feature Engineering, Big Data, Anomaly Detection, Google Cloud Platform, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Logistic Regression, Model Training, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality: Foam

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Product Testing, Production Process, Biochemistry, Process Control, Analytical Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Physical Science, Physics

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Mastering Ansible Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Package and Software Management, YAML, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Linux Administration, Unix, IT Automation, Automation, Web Applications, Unix Shell, Code Reusability, File Management, Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps, User Accounts

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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Big Data Analysis Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Big Data, Data Processing, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Manipulation, SQL, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Database Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    NIIT

    Building RESTful APIs Using Node.js and Express

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, OAuth, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Node.JS, Software Documentation, JavaScript Frameworks, Frontend Integration, Web Services, Middleware, Authentications, JSON, Web Frameworks, Server Side, Back-End Web Development, Authorization (Computing)

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Generalized Linear Models and Nonparametric Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Science, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Probability & Statistics, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Calculus

    Build toward a degree

    4.2
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Geotechnical Foundation Design

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Experience, Construction Engineering, General Construction and Construction Labor, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Experimentation, Research Reports, Analytical Testing, Engineering Practices, Failure Analysis, Test Equipment, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Design Specifications

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Data Visualization with Python: Duke University
  • Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback: DeepLearning.AI
  • Fraud Detection on Financial Transactions with Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Beer Quality: Foam: University of California, Davis
  • Mastering Ansible Automation: Codio
  • Big Data Analysis Deep Dive: Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Building RESTful APIs Using Node.js and Express: NIIT

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