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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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    Stanford University

    AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Data Ethics, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Research Ethics, Machine Learning Methods, Unstructured Data, Model Deployment, Health Informatics, Data Mining, Managed Care, Health Information Management, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Programming in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Script Development, Programming Principles, Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Debugging, Django (Web Framework), Functional Design, Package and Software Management, Cloud Hosting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Linux Foundation

    Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Unix Commands, Shell Script, grep, Continuous Integration, Operating System Administration, Software Installation, Software Development Tools

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Getting started with Google Workspace

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Presentations, Calendar Management, File Management, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Email Security, Email Automation, Collaborative Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Data Validation, Document Management, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Version Control

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operations, Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Optimization, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Process Mapping, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Capacity Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Program Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    From Excel to Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard Creation, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Collaborative Software, Trend Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Quality

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Imagemaking

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Storytelling, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Adobe InDesign, Layout Design, Storytelling, Multimedia, Design Elements And Principles, Design Research, Digital Publishing, Peer Review, Aesthetics, Design Reviews, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    AI for App Building

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Google Gemini, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Google Workspace, AI Personalization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things and AI Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Session Initiation Protocols, Cloud Development, Android Development, Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, GitHub, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Systems Design, Android (Operating System), Software Design Documents, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Android Studio, Telecommunications, Mobile Development, Digital Communications, Computer Vision

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Foundations of Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Compilation, Data Analysis, Business Metrics, Plan Execution, Business Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Implementation, Continuous Monitoring

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Build Apps with AI — From Idea to Working Product

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Software, Software Engineering, Application Design, Prompt Engineering, Systems Engineering, Generative AI Agents, No-Code Development, Application Development, LLM Application, Product Requirements, Development Testing, AI Workflows, AI literacy, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Generative AI, ChatGPT

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI in Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Programming in Python: Meta
  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git: The Linux Foundation
  • Getting started with Google Workspace: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Operations Management: University of Pennsylvania
  • Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • From Excel to Power BI: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Introduction to Imagemaking: California Institute of the Arts
  • AI for App Building: Google
  • Internet of Things and AI Cloud: University of California San Diego

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