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.

Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, File Management, Unix Shell, Linux, File Systems, Unix Commands, Linux Servers, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Scripting Languages, Unix, File I/O, grep, Operating Systems, Package and Software Management, Network Protocols, Data Import/Export
★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Data Collection
★ 4.6 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Systems Development, Simulations, Solution Architecture, Agentic systems, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Markov Model, Decision Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks
★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Knitr, Data Sharing, General Science and Research, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication, Software Documentation
★ 4.6 (4.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, PySpark, Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Data Lakes, Data Governance, Databricks, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Data Access, Real Time Data, Data Capture, Devops Tools, DevOps, Apache
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Security Awareness, Cryptographic Protocols
★ 4.3 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Javascript, Node.JS, Code Reusability, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Software Development, Software Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Cryptographic Protocols, General Networking, Cryptography, Computer Networking, Encryption, Web Development, Web Servers, Business Technologies, Innovation
★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, Prompt Patterns, Vibe coding, Agentic Workflows, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Application Deployment, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Generative AI, Software Development, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Front-End Web Development, Software Engineering
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
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
★ 4.5 (3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Software Installation
★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Software Design Patterns, C# (Programming Language), Debugging, Data Structures, Software Design, Game Design, Prototyping, Programming Principles, Data Storage, Graph Theory, Code Reusability, C and C++, Event-Driven Programming, Software Architecture, Application Design, Algorithms
★ 4.7 (2.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months