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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


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Development Environment, Software Design, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Digitalisation in Space Research

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Digital Transformation, Environmental Monitoring, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Manufacturing Processes, Image Analysis, Industrial Engineering, Cybersecurity, Spatial Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Threat Detection, Automation, Cyber Risk, Telecommunications, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Data Integration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mobilité et urbanisme

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Land Development, Spatial Analysis, Civil Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Public Policies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    120 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Terraform for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Microsoft Azure, IT Automation, DevOps

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    194 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Getting started with Augmented Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Image Analysis, 3D Assets, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Vision, Global Positioning Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Distributed Computing, Hardware Architecture, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Data Access, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Data Sharing, Development Environment, Debugging

    2.6
    Rating, 2.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    140 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MathWorks

    Introduction to Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Matlab, Geospatial Information and Technology, Medical Imaging, Estimation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Manage Your Versions with Git (Part I)

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Software Configuration Management, Project Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    114 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Urban Air Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Sustainable Design, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Emerging Technologies, Regulatory Compliance, Concept Of Operations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Human Factors, Safety Standards

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Database Tables with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Data Integrity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    324 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Amazon

    Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Software Design, Maintainability, Debugging, Data Structures

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Concentration, Accountability, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Positivity, Optimism, Stress Management, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Attributes, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Goal Setting

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    126 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Digitalisation in Space Research: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Mobilité et urbanisme: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Terraform for absolute beginners: Coursera
  • Getting started with Augmented Reality: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Manage Your Versions with Git (Part I): Coursera
  • Urban Air Mobility: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Creating Database Tables with SQL: Coursera

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