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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


  • G

    Google

    Analyze Data to Answer Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Analytical Skills, Consolidation, Excel Formulas, Query Languages, Data Compilation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Quality, SQL, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Database Management

    4.6 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (12K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Ideation, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 8.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Application Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, AI Security, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Strategy, Security Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Threat Management, Firewall, Authentications

    4.8 stars, 26K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (26K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Pipelines, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Database Design, Data Mart, Applicant Tracking Systems, Data Analysis, SQL, Stakeholder Communications

    4.8 stars, 9.4K reviews, Advanced, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9.4K) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to HTML5

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, Verification And Validation, Web Design and Development, Cloud Hosting, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Content, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Semantic Web, Responsive Web Design, Integrated Development Environments, Web Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    4.7 stars, 28K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (28K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents with Model Context Protocol & Typescript

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, AI powered creativity, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, AI Workflows, Ideation, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, Multimodal Prompts, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Agentic systems, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.8 stars, 9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Data Lakes, Data Integration, Power BI, Data Manipulation, Dataflow, Data Mapping, Real Time Data, Data Infrastructure, Data Warehousing, Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Power Platform, Database Design, Data Quality, Extract, Transform, Load, Dependency Analysis, System Monitoring, Data Processing

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Project Planning, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Timelines, Project Risk Management, Performance Metric, AI powered creativity, Project Schedules, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Email Automation

    4.8 stars, 8.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Git (Version Control System), Shell Script, Linux, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, Data Manipulation, MySQL, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, SQL, JSON, Command-Line Interface, Python Programming, Big Data, Data Science

    4.5 stars, 485 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (485) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Assistants

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI powered creativity, Generative AI Agents, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Risking, Artificial Intelligence, Expense Reports

    4.8 stars, 9.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Excel Macros, Storytelling, Excel Formulas, Data Synthesis, LLM Application, Consolidation, AI literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, AI Enablement, Plot (Graphics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, AI powered creativity, Generative AI

    4.8 stars, 8.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Financial Statements, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, People Management

    4.6 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (18K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Analyze Data to Answer Questions: Google
  • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
  • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts: Google
  • Google Business Intelligence: Google
  • Introduction to HTML5: University of Michigan
  • AI Agents with Model Context Protocol & Typescript: Vanderbilt University
  • Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer: Microsoft
  • ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success: Vanderbilt University
  • Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Generative AI Assistants: Vanderbilt University

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