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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.


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Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Semiconductor Process 2

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Electronic Components, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Chemistry

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    West Virginia University

    Sales Force Management

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Sales Training, Sales Management, Talent Recruitment, Sales, Employee Training, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, Performance Measurement

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    112 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Performance Improvement, Business Requirements, Case Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Prioritization

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    123 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Top Ten Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptography, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Hardening

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Definición y Medición

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis

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

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    Coursera

    Building AI Agents: Automation and NLP Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Automation, LLM Application, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Innovation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Application Engineering and Development Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Java, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Test Data, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Policy, Personal protective equipment, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Concepts in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, MySQL, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Washington

    Machine Teaching for Autonomous AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Automation, Decision Support Systems, User Story, AI Product Strategy, Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Social Impact, Training Programs, Cognitive flexibility, Recruitment, Leadership

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Semiconductor Process 2: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Sales Force Management: West Virginia University
  • IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep: Starweaver
  • Cloud Top Ten Risks: University of Minnesota
  • Definición y Medición: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Building AI Agents: Automation and NLP Foundations: Coursera
  • Application Engineering and Development Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Concepts in SQL: Coursera
  • Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions: Coursera

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