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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.


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    University at Buffalo

    Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Program Development, Development Environment, Web Language, Web Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Solution Design, Business Logic, Event-Driven Programming, Transaction Processing, Data Validation

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Doing more with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Management

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Usability, Design Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI) Design, Ideation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Differential Equations for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Vibrations, Electrical Engineering, Derivatives

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    GenAI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI API, Microsoft Copilot, AI Enablement, Software Architecture, Integrated Development Environments, Code Review, Software Design, API Design, Debugging, Software Development, Application Development, AI Security, Database Design, Python Programming, Automation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Hydraulics, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Mechanics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    3D Printing Software

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, Design Software, 3D Assets, Computer-Aided Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Industrial Design

    4.6
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    550 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storyboarding, Editing, Storytelling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Responsive Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Web Design and Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures, Web Components, Javascript

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Self Awareness and the Effective Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Prioritization, Stress Management, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Leadership, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Communication, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    684 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Use AI as a Creative or Expert Partner

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, AI Personalization, LLM Application, Ideation, Solution Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Smart Contracts: University at Buffalo
  • Doing more with Google Sheets: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
  • Differential Equations for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • GenAI for Software Developers: SkillUp
  • Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions: École Polytechnique
  • 3D Printing Software: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course): Michigan State University
  • Responsive Web Design: University of London

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